Oil Cooler

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Special tools and workshop equipment required

Drip Tray for -VAS 6100- -VAS 6208-

Removing

WARNING:

The coolant system is under pressure when the engine is warm.

Risk of scalding due to hot steam and hot coolant.

Reduce pressure by covering the coolant expansion tank cap with a cloth and open carefully.

-- Drain the coolant. Refer to DRAINING AND FILLING .

-- Remove the accessory bracket. Refer to ACCESSORY BRACKET .

-- Remove the bolts -4 and 5- and remove the oil cooler -3- together with the seal -2-.

Fig 1: Identifying Oil Cooler, Bolts And Seal

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Installing

Installation is performed in the reverse order of removal, noting the following:

Tightening specifications, refer to OIL FILTER, OIL COOLER AND OIL PRESSURE SWITCH OVERVIEW .

NOTE:

Always replace the gaskets and seals.

Secure all hose connections with hose clamps appropriate for the model.

-- Install the oil cooler -3- with a new seal -2-.

Fig 2: Identifying Oil Cooler, Bolts And Seal

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