Removing Left Radiator

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WARNING: Caustic fluids

Danger of chemical burns

→ Avoid contact with caustic fluid.

→ Wear personal protective gear.

→ Ensure that there is good ventilation.

→ If you do come into contact, wash off immediately with plenty of warm water and contact a doctor if necessary.

WARNING: Hot fluid

Danger of scalding

→ Let the fluid cool down.

→ Wear personal protective gear.

Information

Despite the fact that the coolant has been drained, residual amounts of coolant can still emerge at the joints during removal. Have sufficient collecting containers and cloths to hand.

Relieve pressure in the cooling system. To do this, carefully open the cap on the coolant reservoir.
Disconnect coolant hoses at the coolant pipes.
1. 2.1. Release spring clamps -arrows- at the Henn couplings and pull off coolant hoses -1- .
2. 2.2. Do not overstretch spring clamps, thereby impairing the function of the spring clamps.
  
  Fig 1: Disconnecting Radiator Coolant Hoses
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Disconnect coolant hoses from the radiator flanges.
1. 3.1. Release spring clamps -arrows- at the Henn couplings and pull off coolant hoses.
2. 3.2. Do not overstretch spring clamps, thereby impairing the function of the spring clamps.
  
  Fig 2: Locating Radiator Connections
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Unclip sheetmetal clip and remove it together with the washer.

Fig 3: Locating Sheetmetal Clip And Washer
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Remove the radiator by pulling it downwards.
Check O-rings on the coolant hoses and replace them if necessary.