17 11 000 Removing and installing radiator
Special tools required:
- 17 2 051
- 17 2 052
WARNING:
Danger of scalding!
Only perform this work after engine has cooled down.
Only perform this work after engine has cooled down.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Switch off ignition
- Drain COOLANT
- Remove front BUMPER PANEL
- For vehicles with air conditioning only:
Remove the support for the front bumper trim.
IMPORTANT:
Make sure without fail that coolant hoses are correctly routed, risk of damage by sharp edges or abrasion.
Release retaining screws for refrigerant lines (1) on front panel.
NOTE:
Illustration shows N12 engine.
Release screws and remove bracket on left and right.
Carefully tilt condenser (1) towards front.
IMPORTANT:
Secure condenser without fail against falling out and against bending of lines.
Bent lines can cause leaks!
Bent lines can cause leaks!
Carefully tilt radiator behind towards front until coolant hoses are accessible.
Release spring straps of coolant hoses (1) with special tool 17 2 052 and detach.
Release spring strap of lower coolant hose (1) with special tool 17 2 051.
Carefully feed out radiator (2) towards top and remove.
Do not damage the condenser in the process.