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Removing and Installing Radiator

Removing and Installing Radiator (S54)


Warning!
Danger of scalding!
Only perform this work after engine has cooled down.

Note:
Follow instructions for working on cooling system

Necessary Preliminary Task:
- Remove oil cooler
- Drain engine coolant
- Remove fan cowl







Remove plug ( 1 ) from control unit for xenon light.

Remove cover ( 2 ).







M3 CSL ONLY:
Feed out rubber grommets.
Unlock plug ( 1 ) from control unit and disconnect.
Remove cover ( 2 ).







Release screws ( 1, 2, 3 )

Remove control unit for left xenon light.

Remove air cleaner.







Release plastic retainers ( 1 ).

Remove plastic tube ( 2 ) on top side of radiator.







Release screw ( 1 ) at top left on radiator.

Tilt radiator towards rear and pull out in upward direction.