61 31 382 Replacing coolant level switch: Notes

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WARNING: Risk of scalding!
Only perform this work after engine has cooled down.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove TRAILING LINK
Remove INTAKE PORT

Release screws (1).

Lift out coolant expansion tank (2) with oil reservoir (3) in direction of arrow.

Fig 1: Lifting Out Coolant Expansion Tank With Oil Reservoir

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Disconnect plug connection (1).

Turn coolant level switch (2) in direction of arrow and pull downwards out of expansion tank (3).

Fig 2: Turning Coolant Level Switch

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