Coolant: Service and Repair

17 00 005 - Draining and adding coolant (S65)





Special tools required:
- 00 2 030 00 2 030 Universal Hydro-Lifter Basic Unit






Warning!
Danger of scalding!

Only carry out work on the cooling system after the engine has cooled down!

Risk of slipping due to coolant on the floor.





Protective measures/rules of conduct:

- Wear protective goggles
- Wear protective gloves
- Observe national/country-specific regulations






Important!
Risk of slipping due to coolant on the floor.

Danger of injury!

Catch and dispose of drained coolant in drip tray (1) and if necessary special tool 00 2 030 00 2 030 Universal Hydro-Lifter Basic Unit (universal hydraulic lifter).

Recycling:
Observe country-specific waste-disposal regulations.





Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove front underbody protection Removing and Installing/Replacing Front Underbody Protection
- Follow instructions for working on cooling system 17 00 ... Instructions For Working on Cooling System
- Use only recommended coolant





Draining coolant:

Open cap (1) on coolant expansion tank (2).





If fitted, release drain plug (1) on coolant radiator.

On coolant radiators which do not have a drain plug, remove coolant hose.

Drain, catch and dispose of coolant from radiator.





Installation Note:
Replace sealing ring.

Adding coolant:

Vent cooling system and check for leaks 17 00 039 Venting Cooling System and Checking For Water Leaks.