9-3 (9440) L4-2.0L Turbo (2.0 T) (2006)
Coolant Reservoir: Service and Repair
Expansion tank
Warning
The cooling system is under pressure. Hot coolant and steam can escape.
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Open the cap slowly to release the pressure.
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Carelessness can cause eye and burn injuries
To remove
1. Undo the expansion tank cap to release pressure and then retighten the cap.
2. Unplug the connector for the level sensor.
3. Undo the expansion tank and lift it up. Detach the ventilation hoses and move them away so they do not leak coolant.
4. Fit 30 07 739 Hose pinch-off pliers on the thick hose fastened to the bottom of the expansion tank. The pliers must be applied as close to the
expansion tank as possible.