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Remove/Install Radiator - AR20.20-P-3865GQ

Engine 642 in model 292 

Engine 642, 651 in model 166 

MODIFICATION NOTES

23.03.2017 Repair method completely revised.    
Fig 1: Radiator Components Location - Engine 642 In Model 166
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Shown on model 166 

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DANGER Risk of fire  due to ignition of R1234yf refrigerant on hot components. Risk of  poisoning caused by inhaling overheated refrigerant vapors. Risk of injury  to skin and eyes caused by contact with escaped R1234yf refrigerant and when working on pressurized parts. Risk of explosion  due to formation of ignitable refrigerant/air mixtures Never perform welding work on or near a closed air conditioning system. No smoking or open flames. Wear safety glasses and protective gloves. Work only in well ventilated rooms. Carry out repair work on the air conditioning system circuit only after the system has been evacuated. AS83.00-Z-0007-01A
WARNING Risk of poisoning  caused by inhaling overheated refrigerant vapors from an air conditioning system containing R134a. Risk of injury  to skin and eyes caused by contact with liquid R134a refrigerant and when working on pressurized parts Never perform welding work on or near a closed air conditioning system. No smoking or open flames. Wear safety glasses and protective gloves. Work only in well ventilated rooms. Carry out repair work on the air conditioning system circuit only after the system has been evacuated. AS83.00-Z-0006-01A
WARNING Risk of injury  . Skin or eye injuries may result when handling hot or glowing objects. Wear protective gloves, protective clothing and safety glasses, if necessary. AS00.00-Z-0002-01A
WARNING Risk of injury  to skin and eyes suffering scalding from contact with hot coolantspray. Risk of poisoning  from 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 
CAUTION Risk of injury  to skin and eyes due to handling of transmission oil. Health risk caused by swallowing transmission oil Wear protective gloves, protective clothing and safety glasses.
Do not pour transmission oil into beverage bottles.
AS00.40-Z-0001-01A
CAUTION Risk of injury  caused by scraping or cutting body parts on sharp vehicle parts Always wear protective gloves when working on or near sharp and non-deburred vehicle parts.
Deburr repair panels.
AS00.00-Z-0017-01A
Protect air conditioning circuit and components from moisture when carrying out repair work   AH83.30-N-0005-01A
Notes on coolant   AH20.00-N-2080-01A 
Notes on self-locking nuts and bolts   AH00.00-N-0001-01A
Notes on avoiding damage through contamination and foreign objects   AH00.00-P-5000-01A
  Notes on handling refrigerant R134a   AH83.30-N-0003-01A
  Notes on handling refrigerant R1234yf   AH83.30-P-0003-02A
REMOVINGINSTALLING Remove/install     
1 Remove front lower engine compartment paneling INSTALLATION IMPORTANT Install lower front engine compartment lining only after leak test. AR61.30-P-1001GQ
2 Drain air conditioning system INSTALLATION IMPORTANT Evacuate air conditioning system, refill it and check it for proper operation and leaktightness. AR83.30-P-1760CW
3 Remove fan unit (1)   AR20.40-P-5050GQ 
4 Drain off coolant   AR20.00-P-1142GQ 
5 Remove coolant hoses (3) from the cooler (2)   AR20.20-P-7441-01RQ 
6 Remove oil lines from the oil cooler (5) and place to one side   AR27.55-P-0600GQ
7 Remove refrigerant lines from the condenser (6), place to one side, and seal openings with suitable stop plugs INSTALLATION IMPORTANT Install new sealing rings.  
    TORQUE SPECIFICATION Nut/bolt, high-pressure line to fluid reservoir *BA83.30-P-1001-01J 
    SPECIAL TOOL Record plug Fig 2
8 Unclip the brackets (4)    
9 Remove complete radiator package upwards INSTALLATION NOTES Observe routing of hood release cable.
Otherwise, the hood release cable will be
damaged.
IMPORTANT Aid of helper required.
IMPORTANT Radiator package consisting of a cooler (6), condenser and oil cooler for the transmission.
 
10 Unclip oil cooler (5) condenser (6) unit with retaining frame from the cooler (2) (arrows) IMPORTANT The oil cooler (5) and condenser (6) form a single unit.  
11 Check oil cooler (5) condenser (6) unit for damage. Only when reusing the oil cooler (5) condenser (6) unit.  
    IMPORTANT The oil cooler (5) and condenser (6) form a single unit.
In the event of damage to the oil cooler (5) condenser (6) unit

Replace oil cooler (5) condenser (6) unit.
 
12 Check cooler (2) for damage Only when reusing the cooler (2).
In the event of damage to the cooler (2)

Replace the cooler (2).
 
13 Check that the bottom elastomer bearings of the cooler (2) are seated correctly and correct if necessary    
14 Install in the reverse order    
15 Check transmission oil level and correct if necessary Engine 642 in model 292 with transmission 722.9 AR27.00-P-0270W
WARNING Risk of accident  from vehicle starting off by itself when engine running. Risk of injury  (bruises and burns) resulting from working on the engine while it is being started or when it is running. Secure vehicle to prevent it from starting off by itself. Wear closed and snug-fitting work clothes. Do not touch hot or rotating parts. AS00.00-Z-0005-01A
16 Perform engine test run and, while doing so, check engine, transmission, connections, and radiator package for leak tightness and function   AR20.00-P-1010GQ 
17 Install front lower engine compartment paneling   AR61.30-P-1001GQ
AIR CONDITIONING

Number Designation Model 166 Model 292
BA83.30-P-1001-01J Nut/bolt, high-pressure line to fluid reservoir Nm 7 7
Fig 2: Identifying Record Plug (129 589 00 91 00)
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