Jetta L5-2.5L (BGP) (2006)
Radiator: Service and Repair
Radiator
Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required
‹› Refractometer (T10007)
‹› Drip tray (VAG 1306) or drip tray for VAS 6100 (VAS 6208)
‹› Spring type clip pliers (VAS 5024A)
‹› Cooling system charge unit (VAS 6096)
‹› Adapter (VAG 1274/8)
Removing
CAUTION!
Hot steam may escape when opening the expansion tank cap. Wear protective goggles and protective clothing to prevent damage to eyes
and scalding. Cover the cap with a cloth and open very carefully.
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Drain the cooling system. Refer to --> [ Draining and Filling ] See: Service and Repair/Cooling System, Draining and Filling.
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Bring the lock carrier into the service position. See: Body and Frame/Lock Carrier/Service and Repair/Procedures/Lock Carrier, Service Position
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Disconnect the coolant hoses from the radiator at the top and bottom (quick acting couplings).
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Remove the intake air elbow with coolant fans. Refer to --> [ Cooling Fans ] See: Radiator Cooling Fan/Service and Repair.
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Remove the bumper cover guide piece on the left and right.
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Remove the air guide bolts - arrows - from the lock carrier.
‹› To prevent damage to the condenser and also to the refrigerant lines/hoses, ensure that the lines and hoses are not stretched, kinked or bent.
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Remove the bolts - 1 - from radiator brackets.
