17 00 008 Draining coolant and topping up radiator (N63) (X6 xDrive 50i)
Special tools required:
- 00 2 030
Only carry out repair work on the cooling system after the engine has cooled down!
Never reuse used coolant!
When replacing and removing components which rely on the corrosion protection effect of the coolant, it is essential to change the coolant. The cooling system must therefore be drained and refilled.
In the case of other removal work involving the draining of part quantities of coolant, replace these quantities which have been drained with new coolant.
Installation note:
Use ONLY RECOMMENDED COOLANT .
Observe MIXTURE RATIO .
Protective measures/rules of conduct:
- Wear safety goggles
- Wear protective gloves
- Observe national/country-specific regulations
Danger of injury!
Catch and dispose of drained coolant in drip tray (1) and if necessary special tool 00 2 030 (universal hydraulic lifting equipment).
Recycling:
Observe country-specific waste disposal regulations.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Follow notes for CARRYING OUT REPAIR WORK ON THE COOLING SYSTEM .
- Remove front underbody protection.
Draining coolant:
Open sealing cap (1) on coolant expansion tank (2).
Installation note:
Close sealing cap (1) until the arrow marks line up.
Unlock and pull off coolant hose (1) from radiator at bottom.
Drain, catch and dispose of coolant.
Use ONLY RECOMMENDED COOLANT .
Observe MIXTURE RATIO .
Observe CAPACITIES .
Observe bleeding instructions without fail.
FILL AND VENT COOLING SYSTEM .
Visual inspection of cooling system for tightness.