SEAT Workshop Service and Repair Manuals

Removing and installing radiator Removing: –  Remove the sound insulation → Bodywork, exterior installation work; Rep. gr.50 –  Place drip tray for workshop cranes -VAS 6208- beneath engine.

–  Disconnect coolant hose -1- from radiator (right side) and drain off coolant. –  Remove the air filter housing → Chapter.

–  Pull off coolant hose -arrow- from radiator (left) and allow coolant to drain. –  Remove radiator cowl → Chapter.

–  Unscrew air duct on lock carrier -arrows-.

–  Unscrew bolts -1 and 2-.

–  Unscrew securing bolt -arrow- for coolant pipes.   Note Pull radiator away from coolant pipe bracket when unscrewing securing bolt. –  Remove radiator upwards.

Installing: –  Bring radiator into installation position and start securing bolt for coolant pipe bracket first.

–  Tighten bolts -1 and 2-. –  Tighten securing bolt for coolant pipe bracket. Further assembly in reverse order of removal. l  Tightening torque, radiator to intercooler: 5 Nm l  If the radiator was renewed, new coolant should be used.