17 13 020 Removing and installing/replacing expansion tank for charge air cooler (S63)

WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.

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

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Follow instructions for REPAIR WORK ON THE COOLING SYSTEM .
Remove ACOUSTIC COVER
Disconnect coolant hose (not plastic tubes ) from expansion tank for charge air cooler.

Release screw (1).

Tightening torque 17 10 6AZ .

Slightly raise expansion tank (3).

Release and disconnect coolant hoses (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Expansion Tank, Coolant Hoses And Screw

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Press in locks (1) and pull off tank ventilation lines (2).

Do not use disconnection pliers to disconnect plastic tubes!

Catch and dispose of escaping coolant.

Remove charge air cooler expansion tank.

Fig 2: Identifying Tank Ventilation Lines And Locks

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After completing repair work, top charge air cooler up with coolant.

Check cooling system for charge air cooler for leaks.