17 11 150 Removing and installing/replacing engine oil cooler (N54)

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WARNING: Danger of scalding!

Only perform this work after engine has cooled down.

IMPORTANT: Wear protective goggles and gloves.

Necessary preliminary tasks

Remove right WHEEL ARCH COVER (FRONT SECTION) front section

Recycling

Engine oil escapes when oil lines are released. Catch and dispose of emerging engine oil.

Observe country-specific waste-disposal regulations.

Release screw (1).

Tightening torque 17 21 2AZ .

Detach engine oil line.

Engine oil escapes when oil lines are released. Catch and dispose of emerging engine oil.

Observe country-specific waste-disposal regulations.

Unfasten screws (2).

Tightening torque 17 21 3AZ .

Feed out engine oil cooler (3) and remove.

Fig 1: Identifying Screws And Engine Oil Cooler

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Installation:

Replace sealing rings on engine oil lines.

Fig 2: Identifying Sealing Rings

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NOTE: After completing work, check engine oil level and top up engine oil if necessary.