CL 55 AMG (215.374) V8-5.5L SC (113.991) (2004)
Radiator: Service and Repair
Removing And Installing Radiator
1
Remove bottom engine compartment paneling
DANGER:
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Risk of injury to skin and eyes from scalding from escaping hot coolant. Risk of poisoning from swallowing coolant.
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Do not open cooling system unless coolant temperature is below 90 degrees C.
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Open cap slowly and release the pressure.
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Do not pour coolant into beverage bottles.
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Wear protective gloves, protective clothing and eye protection.
CAUTION: See notes on coolant
2
Drain coolant at radiator (1)
NOTE: Open drain plug of radiator (3).
3
Disconnect automatic oil lines at connection (5, 6) at radiator (1)
NOTE: Seal oil lines.
4
Disconnect coolant line (radiator and thermostat housing) (2) at radiator (1)
5
Disconnect connection of coolant line (radiator and coolant pump) (7), connection of coolant line (radiator and expansion reservoir) (10) at
radiator (1)
6
Remove fan shroud (9).
7
Dismount condenser at nuts (8) at radiator
NOTE: Dismount AC line at radiator (arrow).
8
Dismount bracket of radiator (4).
9
Take out radiator (1)
NOTE: Installation: The studs on the radiator must be seated at the bottom in the rubber mounts of the crossmember.
10
Install in the reverse order