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Remove/Install Coolant Thermostat - AR20.10-P-2461MFC

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Engine 260 in model 118, 177, 247 

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Shown on model 177 with engine except code M016 (Performance-enhanced engine) up to model year 2022 

Fig 1: Coolant Thermostat Components Location - Model 118 With Engine 260 (Shown As Of Model Year 2022)
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Shown as of model year 2022 

Shown up to model year 2022 

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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 overpressure. Do not pour coolant into beverage containers.
Wear protective gloves, protective clothing and safety glasses.
AS20.00-Z-0001-01A 
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
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
Notice  Notes on coolant   AH20.00-P-2080-01KOA 
Notice  Information on preventing damage to electronic components due to electrostatic discharge   AH54.00-P-0001-01A
Notice  Notes on avoiding damage through contamination and foreign objects   AH00.00-P-5000-01A
REMOVINGINSTALLING Remove/install     
1 Remove charge-air distributor. INSTALLATION IMPORTANT : Do not install upper engine cover until after the leak test. AR09.41-P-8683MFC
2 Release and disconnect electrical connector (2) and unclip electric line from coolant thermostat (1) (arrows).    
3 Remove coolant hose (6) from coolant thermostat (1). SPECIAL TOOL Set of protective covers Fig 3
    SPECIAL TOOL Hose clamp pliers Fig 4
4 Remove coolant hose (5) from coolant thermostat (1). SPECIAL TOOL Set of protective covers Fig 3
    SPECIAL TOOL Hose clamp pliers Fig 4
5 Remove coolant hose (4) at oil filter housing. Engine 260 in model 118, 177, 247 up to model year 2022
SPECIAL TOOL Set of protective covers
Fig 3
    TORQUE SPECIFICATION Hose clamp pliers Fig 4
6 Unscrew screws (3) and remove coolant thermostat (1) with remaining coolant hoses (4, 7) IMPORTANT Engine 260 in model 177, 247 as of model year 2022
Coolant hose (4) not installed.
IMPORTANT The screws (3) remain in the coolant thermostat (1).
TORQUE SPECIFICATION Bolt, coolant thermostat to crankcase/cylinder head
*BA20.10-P-1006-01AC 
    SPECIAL TOOL Set of protective covers Fig 3
7 Remove coolant hose (7) from coolant thermostat (1) SPECIAL TOOL Set of protective covers Fig 3
    SPECIAL TOOL Hose clamp pliers Fig 4
8 Remove coolant thermostat (1). INSTALLATION IMPORTANT : Replace seal.
If the filter screen (10) is installed,

remove filter screen (10) and subsequently do not use it any longer.
 
9 Remove coolant hose (4) from coolant thermostat (1). Engine 260 in model 118, 177, 247 up to model year 2022
If coolant thermostat (1) is replaced.
SPECIAL TOOL Hose clamp pliers
Fig 2
10 Install in the reverse order.    
INSPECT Check     
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
11 Carry out engine test run and check engine for proper operation and leak tightness.    
COOLANT PUMP, COOLANT THERMOSTAT

Number Designation Engine 260 except code 9U8 (Control code - Major assembly technical further development) Engine 260 with code 9U8 (Control code - Major assembly technical further development)
BA20.10-P-1006-01AC Bolt, coolant thermostat to crankcase/cylinder head Nm 8 8
Fig 2: Identifying Hose Clamp Pliers (454 589 00 37 00)
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Fig 3: Identifying Set Of Protective Covers (001 589 06 91 00)
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Fig 4: Identifying Hose Clamp Pliers (003 589 03 37 00)
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