volkswagen Workshop Repair Guides

Volkswagen Workshop Service and Repair Manuals

Removing and installing coolant pump > < Draining and filling coolant
Removing and installing radiator
   
Removing and installing radiator
Special tools and workshop equipment required
t  Refractometer -T10007-
t  Spring-type clip pliers -VAS 5024A-
t  Torque wrench (5...50 Nm) -V.A.G 1331-

Removing
–  Removing front bumper: → General body repairs, exterior; Rep. Gr.63
–  Bring lock carrier into service position → General body repairs, exterior; Rep. Gr.50
–  Drain coolant → Chapter.
–  Pull coolant hoses off radiator.
–  Pull connectors off thermal switch and radiator fan.
–  Remove radiator securing bolts and remove radiator with fan downwards.
Installing
Installation is carried out in the reverse order. When installing, note the following:
Filling with new coolant → Chapter.
–  Electrical connections and routing → Current flow diagrams, Electrical fault finding and Fitting locations.
Additional information and removal instructions for vehicles with air conditioner
  Note
To prevent damage to condenser and also to refrigerant lines/hoses, ensure that the lines and hoses are not stretched, kinked or bent.
–  Remove retaining clamp(s) for refrigerant lines.
–  Unbolt condenser from radiator and secure to lock carrier.
   

Removing and installing coolant pump > < Draining and filling coolant