11 53 000 Removing and installing or replacing coolant thermostat (N57 Diesel)

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Drain COOLANT .

Graphic shows N47.

Release coolant hose from coolant thermostat.

Release screws (1) on thermostat housing (on N57 Diesel: 3 screws).

Tightening torque: 11 00 2AZ .

Remove thermostat housing.

Installation note:

Replace gasket.

Fig 1: Identifying Screws On Thermostat Housing

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Assemble engine.

FILL and bleed cooling system.