Removing and installing/replacing coolant pump (S63T2) (X6 M)

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

Recycling:

Catch and dispose of drained coolant in a suitable container.

Observe country-specific waste disposal regulations.

Attention!

If a coolant pump which has already been operated is reused, it must be filled immediately after being removed with coolant (mixture ratio 1:1/water: coolant).

Installation note:

All screws, nuts, bolts and hose clamps removed during the repair must be replaced.
Retaining elements on chassis and suspension and steering parts must be replaced.

Necessary preliminary work:

Remove DRIVE BELT .
Remove FAN COWL .
Remove AUXILIARY WATER PUMP .
Drain COOLANT .

Removal:

Unlock and detach plug connections (1).

Unlock and detach all coolant hoses on coolant pump.

Unfasten screws (2).

Lift out coolant pump with a swivelling movement.

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Installation:

NOTE: If replacing the coolant pump, remount COOLANT THERMOSTAT .

Installation note:

Replace sealing ring .

Position coolant pump.

Tighten down screws (2).

Tightening torque 11 51 1AZ .

Connect and lock the plug connections (1).

Connect all coolant hoses with the coolant pump.

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Necessary follow-up work:

Install AUXILIARY COOLANT PUMP .
Install DRIVE BELT .
Install FAN COWL .
Add COOLANT. .