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Close coolant expansion tank.

Installation:

Close cap (1) until the arrow marks line up.

Important!

The following venting procedure is necessary e.g. when a part
is replaced in the cooling system or when the cooling system
is refilled.

Adding coolant:

Fill expansion tank slowly with recommended coolant up to lower
edge until fill level stops dropping.

Observe mixture ratio.

Venting cooling system:

Note:

Do not leave the coolant expansion tank cap open during the
venting procedure.

1. 

Connect battery charger.

2. 

Switch on ignition.

3. 

Set heater to maximum temperature and turn fan down to

lowest speed.

4. 

Press accelerator pedal for 10 seconds to floor.  Engine

must  not be started.

RA  Venting cooling system and checking for water leaks (N52K)

BMW AG - TIS

06.02.2013  16:41

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

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