Radiator: Service and Repair

Radiator

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

• Hose Clip Pliers (V.A.G 1921)

Removing

• If there are small impressions on the fins. Refer to => [ Coolers, Condensers and Charge Air Coolers ] Coolers, Condensers and Charge Air Coolers.

- Drain the coolant. Refer to => [ Coolant, Draining and Filling ] Service and Repair.

- Remove fan shroud. Refer to => [ Fan Shroud ] Service and Repair.

- Remove air guide hose - arrows -.






- Remove the upper coolant hose - arrow - from the radiator.






- Remove the bolts - 1 and 2 - and remove the radiator upward.






Installing

• For the correct tightening specifications, refer to => [ Radiator, Fan Shroud and Coolant Fan Overview ] Radiator, Fan Shroud and Coolant Fan Overview.

Installation is carried out in the reverse order while noting the following:

- Air guides, installing with connector. Refer to => [ Air Guide Pipes and Hoses with Connector Coupling ] Service and Repair

- Install the fan shroud. Refer to => [ Fan Shroud ] Service and Repair.

- Fill the coolant system. Refer to => [ Filling: ] Service and Repair.