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Removing and installing radiator cowling with radiator fan
   
Removing and installing radiator cowling with radiator fan
Special tools and workshop equipment required
t  Refractometer -T10007-
t  Drip tray for workshop hoist -VAS 6208-
t  Hose clip pliers -VAS 6340-
t  Cooling system charge unit -VAS 6096-
t  Adapter for cooling system tester -V.A.G 1274/8-

   
t  Refractometer -T10007 A-
Removing
  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.
–  Drain coolant → Chapter.
–  Removing and installing front bumper → General body repairs, exterior; Rep. gr.63.
–  Removing radiator → Chapter.
  W00-10827
–  Push locking tab in -direction of arrow A- in order to unlock radiator cowl -1-.
–  Pull radiator cowl -1- in -direction of arrow B- out of retainer -2- on radiator.
–  Tilt radiator cowl -1- in -direction of arrow C- and pull it out of bottom mountings.
–  Remove radiator cowl -1-.
If the radiator cowl is to be renewed:
–  Remove radiator fan → Chapter.
Installing
Install in reverse order. In the process, note the following:
–  Replenish coolant → Chapter.
–  Observe electrical connections and routing → Current flow diagrams, Electrical fault finding and Fitting locations.
–  Install front bumper → General body repairs, exterior; Rep. gr.63.
  N19-10759

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