11 51 000 Removing and installing/replacing coolant pump (S63)
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WARNING:
Risk of scalding.
Only perform repair work after engine has cooled down.
Only perform repair work after engine has cooled down.
Recycling:
Catch and dispose of drained coolant in a suitable collecting vessel.
Observe country-specific waste disposal regulations.
IMPORTANT:
If a coolant pump which has already been operated is reused, it must be filled immediately after being removed with coolant (mixture ratio 1:1/water: coolant).
Installation note:
- All screws, nuts, bolts and hose clamps removed during the repair must be replaced.
- Retaining elements on chassis and suspension and steering parts must be replaced.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Drain COOLANT .
- Remove DRIVE BELT .
Unlock and detach plug connections (1).
Unlock and detach all coolant hoses on coolant pump.
Remove coolant feed pipe.
Tightening torque: 11 51 4AZ .
Unfasten screws (2).
Tightening torque 11 51 1AZ .
Lift out coolant pump with a swivelling movement.
Installation note:
Replace gasket .
Graphic shows N63.
NOTE:
Remove coolant thermostat from faulty coolant pump.
Convert coolant thermostat to new coolant pump.
Tightening torque 11 53 1AZ .
Assemble engine.
Vent COOLING SYSTEM and check for WATER LEAKS .