Passat Wagon V6-2792cc 2.8L DOHC (1994)
- Drain coolant refer to "Cooling System Draining and Filling". See: Service and Repair
- Remove coolant hoses from radiator.
- Remove connector from thermal switch and radiator fan.
- Remove radiator mounting bolts.
- Remove lock carrier with attachments. See: Body and Frame/Lock Carrier/Service and Repair
- Lift out radiator, fan and shrouding.
For vehicles with A/C see "Vehicles with A/C" below.
Installing
- Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
- Filling with coolant refer to "Cooling System Draining and Filling". See: Service and Repair
- Electrical connections and routing refer to Electrical Wiring Diagrams.
- Check head light adjustment if necessary adjust.
Vehicles with A/C
CAUTION: Do not open refrigerant circuit.
NOTE: To avoid damage to the condenser refrigerant lines and hoses be sure that the hoses are not stretched, kinked or bent.
- Disconnect EVAP Canister Purge Regulator Valve (N80) with retaining ring from air cleaner lower section.
- Remove air cleaner housing complete with Mass Air Flow Sensor (G70).
- Remove A/C receiver/dryer and let hang free.
- Remove retaining clamps from refrigerant lines
- Remove condenser from radiator and pull as far forward as possible.
- Lift out radiator and fan.
- Hang up condenser and lines to prevent lines from being stretched.
