Removing Oil/Water Heat EXCHANGER

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Risk of contaminating the lubricating system

Cover open parts of the cylinder head.

Disconnect positive crankcase ventilation hose -1- and set it aside.

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Disconnecting positive crankcase ventilation hose
Remove oil/water heat exchanger -3- .

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Removing oil/water heat exchanger
1. 2.1 Unscrew and remove screws -2- .
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  Risk of contaminating the oil cooler.
  
  Cover open parts of the oil cooler.
2. 2.2 Loosen oil/water heat exchanger -3- from the bonding and remove it.