Installing the upstream engine oil cooler
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- Position the upstream radiator (2) with the crash pads.
- Engage the upstream radiator (2) upwards using the snap-in lugs (1) on the crash pad.
- Secure the upstream radiator (2) against falling down.
- Tighten down screws (1).
TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION
| upstream engine oil cooler | ||
| M6x45 screw | Tightening torque | 8 Nm |
- Replace the O-rings (2) at the lines (1).
Parts: O-rings
- Coat the O-rings (2) with coolant or motor oil.
- Position lines (1) on the upstream radiator (3).
- Tighten nuts (2).
TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION
| Lines to the upstream engine oil cooler | ||
| Nut M8 | Tightening torque | 18 Nm |
Follow-up work
- Refer to INSTALLING FRONT UNDERBODY PROTECTION .
- Refer to CHECKING ENGINE OIL LEVEL .