3 Series E46 316i (N42) SAL
11 44 000
Removing and installing/replacing oil-water
heat exchanger (N40/N42/N45/N46)
Warning!
Danger of scalding!
Only perform these tasks on an engine that has cooled down.
Important!
You must protect the alternator against contamination before
carrying out any work on the oil or coolant circuit.
A residual amount of coolant emerges when the hoses are
detached. A residual amount of oil emerges when the oil-
water heat exchanger is released. Have a cleaning cloth
ready.
Cover alternator with suitable apparatus.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
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Follow instructions for working on cooling system.
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Remove front splash guard.
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Drain coolant from radiator.
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Remove suction filter housing.
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Open oil filter cap. Engine oil can flow back into the oil sump.
Release locks (1).
Detach water hoses from oil-water heat exchanger.
RA Removing and installing/replacing oil-water heat exchanger (N40/N42/N45/N46)
BMW AG - TIS
20.01.2013 19:04
Issue status (12/2007) Valid only until next DVD is issued
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