Passat Sedan L4-1781cc 1.8L Turbo (AEB) (1999)
Removing continued for all vehicles
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Unbolt power steering hydraulic oil cooling line (arrows) and ensure it is free. Do not open hydraulic oil circuit.
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Remove upper radiator securing clips and take radiator out forward.
Vehicles with air conditioner
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Observe additional information and removal instructions.
Installing
Installation is carried out in the reverse order, when doing this note the following:
Vehicles with automatic transmission
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Check ATF level.
Installing continued for all vehicles
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Fill with coolant.
For electrical connections and routing: Refer to Powertrain Management.
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Install front bumper.
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Check headlight alignment and adjust if necessary.
Additional information for vehicles with A/C
WARNING: The air conditioner refrigerant circuit must not be opened.
Note: To prevent damage to the condenser and to the refrigerant lines/hoses, ensure that the lines and hoses are not stretched, kinked or bent.
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Remove retaining clamp(s) from refrigerant lines.
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Remove condenser from radiator and pull forward as far as possible.
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Secure condenser to body so that refrigerant lines/hoses are not stressed.
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Pull radiator out between condenser and lock carrier.