17 11 000 Removing and installing radiator (S63)

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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 tasks:

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

IMPORTANT: Ensure that no coolant enter into the plug connection of the auxiliary coolant pump.
Check plug connection for coolant residues. If necessary, blow clean plug connection with compressed air.

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

Tightening torque: 5 Nm

Release screws (2) behind sealing lip.

Tightening torque: 5 Nm

Lift out cover (3).

Fig 1: Identifying Cover And Screws

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Remove radiator (1) towards top.

Fig 2: Identifying Radiator

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Reassemble the vehicle.

Check COOLING SYSTEM for leaks.