W211 thermostat change without draining?

malloryn

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Model : W211 2007 220 CDI

Can you change the thermostat without having to drain the coolant e.g. clamping the right pipes?

I've read in some posts that the oil filter needs removing, looking in the engine bay this doesn't seem to be the case.

Also, would any indies out there tell me the expected labour cost's should I choose to save myself the hassle.
 

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I just let it run out to a level that allows you to fit the new stat, you could catch the water that comes out and and just pour it through a sieve and re use.
 

Jonny Moore

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I had mine done not so long ago, no need to drain it but you'll obviously lose a bit. The oil filter removal just makes the job a whole lot easier, as it's in the way.
 

G-a-r-y

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There is no need to drain the system, only a litre or so is lost.
Also no need to remove the oil filter.
However, on the two thermostats I've changed it appears that two bolt holes (replacement stat) aren't threaded. I just wound the bolts in. I thought it was made wrong the first time but after doing the second one (years later) I thought that's how it must be?

BTW it only takes 10 mins.
 


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