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Checking pressure relief valve in cap > < Removing and installing coolant pipe

Golf Mk5

Checking cooling system for leaks
Checking cooling system for leaks
Checking pressure relief valve in cap → Chapter
   
Special tools and workshop equipment required
t  Cooling system tester -V.A.G 1274-
t  Adapter for cooling system tester -V.A.G 1274/8-
t  Adapter for cooling system tester -V.A.G 1274/9-

Test prerequisite
l  Engine at operating temperature.
Test sequence:
  WARNING
Steam may escape when expansion tank is opened. Wear eye protection and protective clothing to avoid eye injuries and scalding. Cover cap with cloth and open carefully.
–  Open cap for coolant expansion tank.
   
–  Attach cooling system tester -V.A.G 1274- with cooling system tester adapter -V.A.G 1274/8- to expansion tank.
–  Use hand pump on tester to create a pressure of about 1.0 bar.
If pressure drops:
–  Find leaks and rectify.
  A19-0036

Checking pressure relief valve in cap > < Removing and installing coolant pipe