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Golf Mk5

Removing and installing radiator
   
Removing and installing radiator
Special tools and workshop equipment required
t  Refractometer -T10007-
t  Adapter for cooling system tester -V.A.G 1274/8-
t  Drip tray -V.A.G 1306- or drip tray -VAS 6208-
t  Torque wrench -V.A.G 1331-
t  Spring-type clip pliers -VAS 5024A-
t  Cooling system charge unit -VAS 6096-

Removing
–  Remove noise insulation → General body repairs, exterior; Rep. gr.50
–  Remove front bumper → General body repairs, exterior; Rep. gr.63.
–  Bring lock carrier into service position → General body repairs, exterior; Rep. gr.50.
–  Drain coolant → Chapter.
–  Pull all coolant hoses off radiator.
–  Remove fan support with fans → Chapter.
   
–  Remove bolts -1- from radiator mounting.
–  Swing radiator slightly to rear.
–  Remove condenser securing bolts -2-.
  A19-0474
–  Unscrew and remove securing bolt at side -arrow- from capacitor on cooler.
–  Remove radiator upwards.
Installing
Installation is carried out in the reverse order. When installing, note the following:
  Note
If a new radiator is installed, the old coolant may not be reused.
–  Fill coolant system with coolant → Chapter.
  N19-10053
ComponentNm
Radiator mounting to lock carrier5
Condenser to radiator5
Fan support to radiator5

   

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