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Remove/Install Radiator Unit - AR20.20-P-3871MSC

Engine 256.9 in model 167 

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Fig 1: Radiator Unit Components Location - Engine 256.9 In Model 167
G14790375DANGERWARNINGWARNINGCAUTIONREMOVINGINSTALLINGSPECIAL TOOLSPECIAL TOOLINSTALLATION IMPORTANTTORQUE SPECIFICATIONSPECIAL TOOLTORQUE SPECIFICATIONINSTALLATION IMPORTANTTORQUE SPECIFICATIONIMPORTANTIMPORTANTIMPORTANTCourtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA
DANGER Risk of fire due to ignition of R1234yf refrigerant on hot components. Risk of poisoning  caused by inhaling overheated refrigerant vapors. Risk of injury  to skin and eyes caused by contact with escaped R1234y1 refrigerant and when working on pressurized parts. Risk of explosion due to formation of ignitable refrigerant/air mixtures Never perform welding work on or near a closed air conditioning system. No smoking or open flames. Wear safety glasses and protective gloves. Work only in well ventilated rooms. Carry out repair work on the air conditioning system circuit only after the system has been evacuated. Engine 256.9 in model 167 with code 2U8 (Alternative refrigerant) AS83.00-Z-0007-01A
WARNING Risk of poisoning  caused by inhaling overheated refrigerant vapors from an air conditioning system containing R134a. Risk of injury  to skin and eyes caused by contact with liquid R134a refrigerant and when working on pressurized parts Never perform welding work on or near a closed air conditioning system. No smoking or open flames. Wear safety glasses and protective gloves. Work only in well ventilated rooms. Carry out repair work on the air conditioning system circuit only after the system has been evacuated. Engine 256.9 in model 167
except code 2U8 (Alternative refrigerant)
AS83.00-Z-0006-01A
WARNING Risk of injury  to skin and eyes suffering scalding from contact with hot coolantspray.
Risk of poisoning  from swallowing coolant.
Do not open cooling system unless coolant temperature is below 90°C. Open cap slowly and release the overpressure. Do not pour coolant into beverage containers.
Wear protective gloves, protective clothing and safety glasses.
AS20.00-Z-0001-01A 
CAUTION Risk of injury  caused by scraping or cutting body parts on sharp vehicle parts Always wear protective gloves when working on or near sharp and non-deburred vehicle parts.
Deburr repair panels.
AS00.00-Z-0017-01A
Notice  Protect air conditioning circuit and components from moisture when carrying out repair work   AH83.30-P-0005-01KOA
Notice  Notes on self-locking nuts and bolts   AH00.00-P-0001-01KOA
Notice  Notes on avoiding damage through contamination and foreign objects   AH00.00-P-5000-01A
  Notes on handling refrigerant R1234yf Motor 256.9 in Model 167 with Code 2U8 (Refrigerant alternative) AH83.30-P-0003-02A
  Notes on handling refrigerant R134a Motor 256.9 in Model 167 except Code 2U8 (Refrigerant alternative) AH83.30-P-0003-01KOA
REMOVINGINSTALLING Remove/install     
1 Remove upper radiator shutters. Engine 256.9 in model 167 with code 9U7 (Aerodynamic measure package control code) AR20.20-P-3882MSC 
2 Remove air duct segment (3).    
3 Discharge air conditioning system.   AR83.30-P-1760ME
4 Remove fan unit.   AR20.40-P-5050MSC 
5 Remove brackets (2).    
6 Unclip side air duct segments from radiator unit (1).    
7 Drain off coolant.   AR20.00-P-1142MSC 
8 Remove coolant hoses from radiator unit (1) and seal with protective covers.   AR20.20-P-7441-01RQ 
    SPECIAL TOOL Set of protective caps Fig 3
9 Remove bleed lines from radiator unit (1) and seal with protective covers. SPECIAL TOOL Set of protective covers AR20.20-P-7441-01RQ Fig 2
10 Remove refrigerant lines at condenser and place to one side, seal openings with suitable stop plugs. INSTALLATION IMPORTANT Install new sealing rings.  
    TORQUE SPECIFICATION Nut, refrigerant line to condenser *BA83.30-P-1003-01U 
    SPECIAL TOOL Record plug Fig 4
11 Release and disconnect electrical connector o refrigerant pressure sensor (B12/2), unclip line from radiator unit (1).   AR83.30-P-5430OID
12 Remove cross strut (4). TORQUE SPECIFICATION Nut/screw, lower crossmember to radiator unit mounting support *BA62.30-P-1006-02I 
13 Secure radiator unit (1) against falling down.    
14 Remove coolant lines (5) from mounting supports (6).    
15 Remove mounting supports (6). INSTALLATION IMPORTANT Ensure lower elastomer bearings of radiator unit (1) are seated centrally.
TORQUE SPECIFICATION Screw, radiator unit mounting support to front crossmember
*BA62.30-P-1007-02I 
16 Release radiator unit (1) and remove downward. IMPORTANT To prevent damage, remove cooler unit (1 carefully.
IMPORTANT Aid of helper required.
IMPORTANT Radiator unit (1) consists of additional cooler, radiator, condenser and radiator low-temperature circuit.
 
17 Check radiator unit (1) for damage. If damage is present

Replace corresponding component.
 
18 Check lower elastomer bearings of radiator unit (1) for wear and damage. If damage is present  
   
Replace lower elastomer bearings
 
19 Install in the reverse order.    
FROND END WITH REINFORCEMENT

Number Designation Model 167
BA62.30-P-1006-02I Nut/screw, lower crossmember to radiator unit mounting support M10 Nm 55
FROND END WITH REINFORCEMENT

Number Designation Model 167
BA62.30-P-1007-02I Screw, radiator unit mounting support to front crossmember M6 Nm 10
AIR CONDITIONING

Number Designation Model 167
BA83.30-P-1003-01U Nut, refrigerant line to condenser M6 Nm 12
Fig 2: Identifying Set Of Protective Covers (001 589 01 91 00)
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Fig 3: Identifying Set Of Protective Caps (001 589 02 91 00)
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Fig 4: Identifying Record Plug (129 589 00 91 00)
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