17 11 000 Removing and installing radiator (N12)

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Special tools required:

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

Necessary preliminary tasks:

IMPORTANT: Make sure without fail that coolant hoses are correctly routed, risk of damage by sharp edges or abrasion.

Release retaining screws for refrigerant lines (1) on front panel.

Fig 1: Locating Refrigerant Lines Screws

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Release screws and carefully tilt condenser (1) towards front.

IMPORTANT: Secure condenser without fail against falling out and against bending of lines.
Bent lines can cause leaks!

Fig 2: Condenser

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Unclip radiator (1) at top left and right and tilt towards front.

Fig 3: Removing Radiator At Top Left And Right

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Release spring straps of both coolant hoses (1) with special tool 17 2 052 .

Detach coolant hoses (1), carefully feed out radiator (2) towards top and remove.

Do not damage the condenser in the process.

Fig 4: Coolant Hoses, Radiator And Special Tools (17 2 052)

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