Volkswagen Workshop Service and Repair Manuals

Special tools, testers, measuring instruments and auxiliary items required

• ◆ → V.A.G 1274 Cooling system tester

• ◆ → V.A.G 1921 Pliers for spring type clips

Notes:

• ◆ When the engine is warm the cooling system is under pressure. If necessary release pressure before commencing repair work.
• ◆ Hoses are secured with spring-type clips. In cases of repair only use spring-type clips.
• ◆ V.A.G 1921 pliers are recommended when installing spring-type clips.
• ◆ When installing coolant hoses route stress-free, so that they do not come into contact with other components (observe markings on coolant connection and hose).

• ◆ The refractometer T10007 is recommended for determining the current anti-freeze density.

Draining and filling with coolant

Coolant mixture ratios => Page 19-13 , draining and filling with coolant

Carry out cooling system leakage check with V.A.G 1274 and 1274/3.