Skoda Workshop Service and Repair Manuals > Octavia Mk2 > Drive unit | 1.9/77 kW TDI PD Engine | Engine cooling | Removing and installing parts of the cooling system | Removing and installing radiator (Superb II, Octavia II)

Removing and installing radiator (Superb II, Octavia II)

Special tools and workshop equipment required

t	Catch pan, e.g. -VAS 6208-

t	Pliers for spring strap clamps

Removing

–	Switch off ignition and withdraw ignition key.

Note

Collect drained coolant in a clean container for proper disposal or reuse.

WARNING

Hot steam or hot coolant may escape when the compensation bottle is opened. Cover the cap with a cloth and open carefully.

–	Drain coolant Superb II → Anchor, Octavia II → Anchor.

–	Remove coolant hose at top of radiator -arrow-.

–	Remove intake air guide to air filter.

–	Remove left charge air hose, to do so pull the retaining clips -arrows-.

–	Unplug connector -1-.

–	Unscrew fixing bolts for fan shroud -arrows- and remove fan shroud downwards.

–	Unscrew the screws -arrows- from the reverse side of the radiator.

–	Raise the radiator and remove downwards.

Install

Installation is performed in a similar way in the reverse order. Pay attention to the following points:

Note

t	Replace gasket rings and O-rings.

t	Secure all hose connections with corresponding hose clips.

–	Top up with coolant Superb II → Anchor, Octavia II → Anchor.

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