Removing the upstream engine oil cooler

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WARNING: Hot surfaces.
Risk of burning!

Perform all work only on components that have cooled down.

WARNING: Hot fluids.
Risk of scalding!

Conduct all work in the vehicle wearing appropriate personal protective equipment only.

NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Collect and dispose of emerging fluids. Observe country-specific waste disposal regulations.

Preliminary work

Refer to REMOVING THE FRONT UNDERBODY PROTECTION .

Loosen nuts (2).
Pull the lines (1) with O-rings backwards out of the upstream radiator (3) and disconnect.

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Secure the upstream radiator (2) from falling down.
Loosen screws (1).

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Release the upstream radiator (2) downward from the snap-in lugs (1) on the crash pad.
Remove the upstream radiator (2) with the crash pads.

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