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17 00... Instructions for working on cooling system: Recycling

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Catch and dispose of drained coolant.

Observe country-specific waste-disposal regulations.

NOTE: To disconnect coolant hoses, use commercially available disconnect tools such as HAZET brand tools (see table).
Fig 1: Identifying Special Tools Kit
G06853582Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
SPECIAL TOOLS REFERENCE CHART

HAZET no.: Description
4590-1 Disconnect tool, length (mm): 150
4590-2 Disconnect tool, length (mm): 180
4590-3 Disconnect tool, length (mm): 253
4590/2 Disconnect/plier set
4590/3 Disconnect/plier set
NOTE: Tightening torque, hose clamps 17 00 1AZ .
Fig 2: Disconnecting Coolant Hose
G04725824Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Instructions for disassembly/assembly of coolant hose quick-connect couplings