17 11 011 Removing And Installing Radiator For Electrical Machine Electronics (N55 Hybrid)

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

WARNING: High-voltage system - danger to life!
The following points must be strictly observed prior to starting work:

Observe SAFETY INFORMATION for handling hybrid cars.

IMPORTANT: Wear safety goggles and protective gloves.

Necessary preliminary work:

Remove front BUMPER TRIM PANEL .
Remove the V-SUPPORT ON THE LEFT AND RIGHT .
Drain COOLANT FOR ELECTRICAL MACHINE ELECTRONICS .

Unlock all clips along the line (1).

Remove air duct (2) towards front.

Fig 1: Air Duct And Clips

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Unlock clip (1) and remove air duct (2) towards front.

Fig 2: Clip And Air Duct

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Release screw (1).

Tightening torque: 17 10 11AZ .

Pull coolant line off radiator.

Replace sealing rings.

Unclip radiator (2) from the bracket, feed out and remove.

Fig 3: Radiator And Screw

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Reassemble the vehicle.

Check cooling system of electrical machine electronics for leaks.