17 11 000 Removing and installing the radiator (N55)

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WARNING: Risk of scalding!
Only perform this repair work after engine has cooled down.

IMPORTANT: Wear safety goggles and protective gloves.

Necessary preliminary work:

Remove FAN COWL .
Drain COOLANT .
Unlock and detach coolant hoses from radiator

Release screws (1) on left and right from cover (3).

Tightening torque 17 10 1AZ .

Release screws (2) behind sealing lip.

Tightening torque 17 10 1AZ .

Lift out cover (3).

Fig 1: Identifying Cover And Screws

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Remove radiator (1) towards top.

Fig 2: Removing Radiator

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Reassemble the vehicle.

Check COOLING SYSTEM for leaks.