Necessary preliminary tasks
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- After completing this operation, check FLUID LEVEL in power steering fluid reservoir.
- Remove RADIATOR
Press lines (1) in direction of cooling coil (2), pull back locking ring towards rear. Keep locking ring pressed and detach lines (1) from cooling coil (2).
IMPORTANT:
Catch and dispose of emerging oil.
Unlock seal (1) in direction of arrow and remove.
Release screw.
NOTE:
Lines of A/C system remain connected to condenser.
Press lock (1) upwards.
Carefully tilt condenser (2) in direction of engine, taking care not to damage the condenser or lines in the process.
Press lock (1).
Unclip cooling coil (2) from holder (3) and remove.