Take engine out of installation orientation

CAUTION: Components connected to the engine joint or cross member.
Injury hazard!

Check lifting eyes and engine mounting brackets for damage, e.g. cracks.
Attach the component to correctly mounted engine joints or cross members only.
Only lift the component, do not shift it forwards, backwards or in transverse direction.

Release spindle (1).
Release the hook of the special tool 0 490 561 (11 0 000) from the mounting lugs and thread the chains out.
Remove the cross-member with the help of a support person.

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Clip in the coolant filler necks (1) on the washer fluid reservoir.

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Release and remove the special tool 2 358 042 from the cylinder head (1).

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