| Removing and installing parts of cooling system |
WARNING | Steam may be released when opening the expansion tank. Wear safety goggles and appropriate clothing to avoid injury to eyes and burns. Cover the cap with a cloth and open carefully. |
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| When the engine is hot the cooling system is under pressure. If necessary, relieve pressure before commencing repair work. |
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| Secure the hose connections with original clamps. |
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| For fitting spring-type clips, it is advisable to use pliers -V.A.G 1921- or pliers -VAS 6362-. |
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| Renew gaskets and seals. |
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| The arrow markings on the coolant pipes and on the ends of the hoses must be aligned with each other. |
| Assembly overview - parts of cooling system, engine side → Chapter |
| Cooling system components, bodywork side - Assembly overview → Chapter |
| Removing and installing coolant pump → Chapter. |
| Removing and installing the thermostat → Chapter |
| Removing and installing radiator fan -V7- and radiator fan 2 -V177- → Chapter |
| Removing and installing the radiator → Chapter |
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