The�exhaust-

gas�recirculation�valve�adjusts�the�recirculation�of�exhaust�gas�to�the�intake�air�system
and�is�located�upstream�from�the�exhaust-
gas�recirculation�cooler�(hot).�It�is�therefore�subject�to�a�high
temperature�and�must�be�cooled�to�protect�the�electronic�components.
Exhaust�gas�flows�through�the�heat�exchanger�package�in�a�longitudinal�direction.�The�exhaust
gas�emits�heat�energy�to�the�coolant�of�the�cooling�circuit,�which�flows�through�the�exhaust-
gas
recirculation�cooler.
5.1.8.�Coolant
The�familiar�coolant�with�a�silicone�base�is�used.�The�coolant�is�not�subject�to�a�change�interv
al.�The
filling�is�designed�for�the�entire�service�life�of�the�engine.�For�work�which�requires�an�opening
�of�the
cooling�circuit�the�coolant�must�be�replaced.�The�precise�procedure�for�ventilating�the�cooling�
circuit
can�be�found�in�the�current�repair�instructions.
An�incorrectly�ventilated�cooling�system�may�cause�damage�to�the