CLK 55 AMG Cabriolet (208.474) V8-5.5L (113.984) (2002)
Thermostat: Service and Repair
Remove/Install Coolant Thermostat
Shown On Engine 112
DANGER:
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Risk of injury to skin and eyes suffering scalding from contact with hot coolant spray. Risk of poisoning from swallowing coolant.
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Do not open cooling system unless coolant temperature is below 90 degrees C. Open cap slowly and release the pressure. Do not pour
coolant into beverage bottles.
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Wear protective gloves, protective clothing and eye protection.
1
Drain coolant at radiator
NOTE:
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Model 163: For draining coolant, remove coolant hose at the bottom of radiator or at coolant pump.
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Collect coolant
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Disposal of coolants: observe legal regulations or local wastewater requirements!
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Refer to Environmental Protection Catalog issued by MBVD/PWU for locations in Germany.
2
Unclip cover at face end of engine
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Model 211, 220.
3
Remove engine trim panel or cleaner
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Except Model 211, 230.
NOTE: On Model 463, 220, 210.074/274, 208.370/374/470, 209.361/365/375/376, 202.033/093, 129 the air cleaner is integrated into the engine
cover. Remove engine cover or air cleaner by lifting vertically up and off the cylinder head covers.
4
Detach coolant hose (5)
NOTE: Inspect condition of coolant hose (5) and hose clamp (4), replace if necessary.
5
Unscrew bolts (3), remove coolant thermostat housing (1) with coolant thermostat
CAUTION:The coolant thermostat must not be removed from the housing. If this is done it will be destroyed. Re-installation is not
possible. The housing is supplied together with the coolant thermostat for repair purposes.
NOTE: Installation: Install new sealing ring (2).
6
Install in the reverse order
7
Inspect cooling system for leaks.