volkswagen Workshop Repair Guides

Volkswagen Workshop Service and Repair Manuals

Additional notes and assembly work for vehicles with air conditioner > < Draining and filling coolant
Removing and installing radiator
   
Removing and installing radiator
Special tools and workshop equipment required
t  Refractometer -T10007-
t  Drip tray -V.A.G 1306- or drip tray for workshop hoist -VAS 6208-
t  Torque wrench -V.A.G 1331- (5...50 Nm)
t  Spring-type clip pliers -VAS 5024A-

Removing
–  Drain coolant → Chapter.
–  Removing front bumper: → Rep. Gr.63.
–  Pull coolant hoses off radiator.
–  Pull connector off thermal switch.
–  Bring lock carrier into service position: → Rep. Gr.50.
–  Remove radiator securing bolts and remove radiator with fan downwards.
Vehicles with air conditioning:
–  Observe additional information and installation work → Chapter.
Installing
Installation is carried out in the reverse order. When installing, note the following:
Filling with new coolant → Chapter.
   

Additional notes and assembly work for vehicles with air conditioner > < Draining and filling coolant