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Thermostat: Service and Repair

11 53 000 Removing and installing/replacing coolant thermostat (N14)

Special tools required:
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17 2 050

Warning: 
Danger of scalding!
Only perform these tasks on an engine that has cooled down.

Recycling:
Catch and dispose of drained coolant.
Observe country-specific waste-disposal regulations.

Necessary preliminary tasks:
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Drain coolant from radiator.

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Remove intake air manifold.

Release lock (1) on coolant pipe in direction of arrow.

Note: 
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Release metal hose clamps with special tool 17 2 050.

Disconnect plug connection (1) on coolant thermostat.

Disconnect plug connection (1) on coolant temperature sensor.
Unfasten screws (2 and 3).

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