17 11 040 Removing and Installing/Replacing Thermostat Cartridge

17 11 040 Removing And Installing/Replacing Thermostat On Gearbox Oil Cooler (N55)







IMPORTANT:
Risk of scalding.
Only perform this repair work after engine has cooled down.







Recycling
Catch and dispose of drained coolant in a suitable collecting vessel.
Observe country-specific waste disposal regulations.







Necessary preliminary work:
- Drain coolant.
- Remove rear charge-air duct.







NOTE: For purposes of clarity, the intake plenum is shown removed.

Release and disconnect coolant hoses (1).
Unscrew nuts (2).
Tightening torque 17 10 6AZ.
Remove thermostat (3).

Installation note:
- Clean contact surfaces.







Assemble engine.