Volkswagen Workshop Service and Repair Manuals > Golf Mk3 > Power unit | 4-cylinder injection engine (2-valve), mechanics | Engine cooling | Removing and installing parts of cooling system | Draining and filling with coolant

Draining

WARNING

Steam may be released when cap is removed from expansion tank. Cover cap with a cloth and open carefully.

–	Open sealing cap of coolant expansion tank.

–	Pull out retaining clip -3-, remove connection -2- from thermostat flange -4- and remove coolant hose -1- or unscrew thermostat flange -4-.

Note

Observe regulations for disposal!

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