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Radiator: Service and Repair

Radiator, removing and installing

Additional information and assembly work on models with air conditioning

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required 

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Refractometer T10007

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Drip tray V.A.G 1306

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Torque wrench V.A.G 1331

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Spring-type clip pliers VAS5024

Removing

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Drain coolant.

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Remove front end components as required.

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Pull coolant hoses off radiator.

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Disconnect connectors from thermal switch and radiator coolant fan.

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Remove lock carrier. See: Body and Frame/Lock Carrier/Service and Repair

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Remove radiator securing bolts and take out radiator.

Vehicles with air conditioning

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Note additional information and removal work.

Installing

Installation is performed in the reverse order. When installing, note the following:
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Fill with coolant.

Additional information and assembly work on vehicles with air conditioning

CAUTION!
The air condition system refrigerant circuit must not be opened.

Note:

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