Radiator: Service and Repair

Radiator, removing and installing





Special tools
^ VAG 1306 Drip tray
^ VAG1331 Torque wrench 5 to 50 Nm (3.7 to 37 ft. lbs.) or equivalent
^ VAG1921 Spring clip pliers
^ Anti-freeze tester (not shown)

Radiator, removing
- Remove front bumper.
- Remove coolant hoses from radiator.
- Disconnect electrical connectors from coolant thermal switch and coolant fan.
- Move lock support into service position.
- Remove radiator mounting bolts and take out radiator with coolant fan downward.
Vehicles with A/C:

Radiator, installing
Install in reverse order of removal but note the following:
Engine coolant, filling

A/C system, additional removal information

WARNING: Do NOT open A/C refrigerant circuit.

Note: Be careful not to stretch, kink or bend condenser and refrigerant lines and hoses.

- Remove retaining clamp(s) from refrigerant lines.
- Remove condenser from radiator and secure to lock support.