11 53 000 Removing and installing / replacing coolant thermostat (M62)

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Remove upper section of suction filter housing with mass air flow sensor.

Unscrew and remove splash guard.

Drain off coolant and dispose of correctly.

Installation

Vent cooling system and check for leaks,

refer to 17 00 005 DRAINING AND TOPPING UP COOLANT .

Disconnect coolant hose.
Disconnect plug-in connection.
Remove thermostat housing cover with integrated thermostat. See 11 53 000 Removing and installing / replacing coolant thermostat (M62)

Installation

Replace sealing ring.

Installation

Disconnect intake air manifold,

refer to 11 61 050 REMOVING AND INSTALLING INTAKE AIR MANIFOLD (M62) .

Unscrew and remove splash guard.

Unfasten drain plug for coolant on right engine block.

Drain and dispose of coolant.