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Securing engine in installation position with special tool (W10/W11)

Special Tools Required: 

Necessary Preliminary Tasks: 

Install special tool 51 2 160.

Fig 1: Identifying Hood/Bonnet Stay
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Reduce excess pressure in cooling system.

Release screw (1).

Lay bracket for oxygen sensor to one side.

Release screw (2).

Release coolant line clamp (3).

Fig 2: Locating Coolant Line Clamp
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Screw special tool 11 8 260 onto cylinder head.

NOTE: The water pipe is also secured to special tool 11 8 260 at the same time. See Fig 3.
Fig 3: View Of Adapter On Cylinder Head
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Assemble special tool 00 0 200 with special tools 00 0 201 / 00 0 202 / 00 0 205 / 00 0 207 / 00 0 209 and fit.

NOTE: Remove plug before fitting special tool.

Risk Of Damage On Both Side Walls. 

Fig 4: Identifying Cross Member
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Assemble engine.