11 53 000 Removing and installing/replacing coolant thermostat (N14)

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 MINI Cooper and 2007 MINI Cooper. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Special tools required:

17 2 050

WARNING: Danger of scalding!

Only perform these tasks on an engine that has cooled down.

Recycling:

Catch and dispose of drained coolant.

Observe country-specific waste-disposal regulations.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Drain Coolant from radiator.
Remove intake air Manifold .

Release lock (1) on coolant pipe in direction of arrow.

NOTE:

Release metal hose clamps with special tool 17 2 050 .

Fig 1: Lock And Removal Direction
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Disconnect plug connection (1) on coolant thermostat.

Fig 2: Coolant Thermostat Plug Connection

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Disconnect plug connection (1) on coolant temperature sensor.

Unfasten screws (2 and 3).

Fig 3: Coolant Thermostat Plug Connection And Screws

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Installation:

Replace seal (1).

Fig 4: Coolant Thermostat Housing Seal

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For tightening torque refer to 11 53 1AZ in 11 53 THERMOSTAT AND CONNECTIONS .

Assemble engine.