17 11 120 Removing and installing/replacing charge air cooler (S63, B44 T 0)

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WARNING: Risk of scalding!
Only perform this repair work after engine has cooled down.

IMPORTANT: When carrying out repair work on the coolant circuit, protect the alternator from dirt contamination.

Cover alternator with suitable materials.

Failure to comply with this procedure may result in an alternator malfunction.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove CAPACITOR
Drain coolant for charge air cooler.

Release and disconnect coolant hoses (1).

Release lock (2).

Pull lines (3) with holder upwards.

Fig 1: Identifying Coolant Hoses, Lines And Lock

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Lift out radiator for charge air cooler (1).

Fig 2: Identifying Charge Air Cooler Radiator

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Assemble engine.

After completing repair work, top charge air cooler up with coolant.

Vent COOLING SYSTEM FOR CHARGE AIR COOLER .

Check cooling system for tightness.

Assemble engine.