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Remove/install radiator - AR20.20-P-3865GZA (ML350, ML550, GL450, GL550)

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ENGINE 272, 273 in MODEL 164 

Fig 1: Identifying Radiator Components - Shown On Engine 272 (1 Of 3)
G05257761Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ OF NORTH AMERICA.

Shown on engine 272 

Shown on engine 272 

Fig 2: Identifying Radiator Components - Shown On Engine 272 (2 Of 3)
G05257762Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ OF NORTH AMERICA.

Shown on engine 272 

Fig 3: Identifying Radiator Components - Shown On Engine 272 (3 Of 3)
G05257763Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ OF NORTH AMERICA.
MODIFICATION NOTES

13.1.06 Disconnect ground line from battery - removed    
REMOVINGINSTALLING Remove/install    
DANGER Risk of injury  to skin and eyes caused by scalding from contact with hot coolant spray. Risk of poisoning  caused by swallowing coolant. Do not open cooling system unless coolant temperature is below 90°C. Open cap slowly and release the pressure. Do not pour coolant into beverage containers.
Wear protective gloves, protective clothing and safety glasses.
AS20.00-Z-0001-01A 
DANGER Risk of injury  to skin or eyes caused by hydraulic fluid spraying out under high pressure. Risk of poisoning  caused by swallowing hydraulic fluid Depressurize the hydraulic system completely before starting any work on the system. Wear protective clothing and safety glasses. AS00.00-Z-0013-01A
NOTES Notes on coolant   AH20.00-N-2080-01A 
1 Remove front engine cover    
2 Remove left and right engine intake air ducts    
3 Remove upper radiator crossmember Engine 273 AR62.30-P-2300GZ
4 Remove electric fan   AR20.40-P-5000GZA 
5 Remove engine compartment paneling IMPORTANTInstallation:  Install engine compartment paneling only after engine test run. AR61.20-P-1105GZ
6 Drain coolant at radiator (1)   AR20.00-P-1142GZC 
NOTES Notes on coolant   AH20.00-N-2080-01A 
7 Take off coolant hose (2) at radiator (1) IMPORTANTInstallation:  Check condition of coolant hose (2) and replace if necessary. Ensure coolant hose (2) is fitted correctly on radiator (1)  
    SPECIAL TOOL Fig 4
8 Detach coolant hoses from connection fitting (10) on radiator (1) and place to one side IMPORTANTInstallation:  Check condition of coolant hoses; replace if necessary. Ensure that coolant hoses are correctly fitted to radiator (1).  
    SPECIAL TOOL Fig 4
9 Detach automatic transmission oil lines (13) from connections (12) on radiator (1) NOTES Seal connections (12) using stop plugs to prevent dirt from entering.
IMPORTANTInstallation:  Replace sealing rings.
Make sure that automatic transmission oil lines (13) are correctly fitted to radiator (1).
 
    SPECIAL TOOL Fig 5
10 Detach power steering oil lines (14) from connections (11) on radiator (1) NOTES Seal connections (11) using stop plugs to prevent dirt from entering.  
    SPECIAL TOOL Fig 5
11 Remove bolts (4) to air ducting (3) from radiator (1)    
12 Remove front section of fender liner in left front fender Model 164 except 164.177 AR88.10-P-1310GZ
13 Partially remove left bumper   AR88.20-P-2000GZ
14 Undo bolt (6) of refrigerant line mounting on radiator (1) IMPORTANT To ease access to bolt (6), pull partially removed bumper somewhat to front, see arrow.  
15 Lift radiator (1) with condenser of air conditioning system upwards out of rubber mounts (9), push towards engine and put down IMPORTANT This provides access to the bolts (5) of the air ducting (3).  
16 Undo bolts (5) from air ducting (3)    
17 Remove air ducting (3)    
18 Unclip condenser of air conditioning from upper supports (7) on radiator (1) and pull condenser upwards and out of lower supports (8) IMPORTANT Place air conditioning condenser down in front of radiator (1).  
19 Take out radiator (1) in an upward direction IMPORTANTInstallation:  Pay attention to correct seating of rubber mount (9). Ensure air conditioning condenser's lower supports (8) are correctly seated in radiator (1).  
20 Install in the reverse order    
21 Check oil level in automatic transmission, correct if necessary   AR27.00-P-0100W
22 Check power steering oil level    
REFER TO MAINTENANCE Check and correct power steering fluid level   AP46.00-P-4611GZ
23 Inspecting cooling system for leaks   AR20.00-P-1010GZC 
24 Connect STAR DIAGNOSIS and read fault memory IMPORTANT Stored faults which may be caused by disconnecting cables or by simulation during test operations, must be erased in the fault memory after completing the work. AD00.00-P-2000-04A
DANGER Risk of accident  caused by vehicle starting off by itself when engine is running. Risk of injury  caused by contusions and burns during starting procedure or when working near the engine as it is running Secure vehicle to prevent it from moving by itself.
Wear closed and snug-fitting work clothes.
Do not touch hot or rotating parts.
AS00.00-Z-0005-01A
25 Conduct engine test run and check engine for leaks while it is running    
Fig 4: Identifying Hose Clamp Pliers (003 589 03 37 00)
G05257764Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ OF NORTH AMERICA.
Fig 5: Identifying Set Of Stop Plugs (129 589 00 91 00)
G05257765Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ OF NORTH AMERICA.