17 11 150 Removing and installing/replacing engine oil cooler (N54, N54T, N55): Recycling

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Engine oil escapes when the engine oil pipes are released. Catch and dispose of emerging engine oil.

Observe country-specific waste disposal regulations.

Release screw.

Tightening torque 17 21 2AZ .

Detach engine oil pipes (1) from engine oil cooler flange.

Catch and dispose of emerging oil.

Fig 1: Identifying Engine Oil Pipes

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Installation note:

Replace sealing rings.

Fig 2: Locating Sealing Rings

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Release screws.

Unscrew nuts (1).

Tightening torque 17 21 3AZ .

Release screw (2).

Tightening torque 17 21 4AZ .

Feed out engine oil cooler (3) and remove.

Fig 3: Identifying Nuts, Screw And Engine Oil Cooler

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NOTE: After completing the repair work, check engine oil level and top up engine oil if necessary.