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3 RA Checking Cooling System For Water Leaks > < 2 RA Draining And Topping Up Coolant (M47 And M57)|Page 981
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E38 vehicle only (M57):

Release drain plug (1) on engine block.

Tightening torque,

refer to Technical Data 11 11 5AZ .

Drain, catch and dispose of coolant.

Installation:

Replace sealing ring.

Adding coolant:

Release vent plug (1) on coolant pipe.

Note:

When filling the cooling system, it is absolutely essential to
adhere to the following sequence:

1.

Slowly fill expansion tank with coolant.

2.

Top up expansion tank right to edge with coolant.

3.

Close vent plug on coolant pipe after bubble-free water
emerges.

Use only recommended coolant,

refer to BMW Service Operating Fluids MG17.

RA  Draining and topping up coolant (M47 and M57)

BMW AG - TIS

20.02.2013  13:05

Issue status (12/2007) Valid only until next DVD is issued

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