Radiator: Service and Repair

Radiator, removing and installing

Special tools, equipment, testers, measuring instruments and auxiliary items required





^ T10007 Refractometer
^ VAG1306 Drip tray
^ VAG1331 Torque wrench (5...50 Nm)
^ VAS5024 Assembly tool for spring-type clamps

Removing
^ Drain coolant





^ Pull connectors off thermal switch -1- and coolant fan -2-.
^ Remove front end.
^ Remove lock carrier.
^ Pull coolant hoses quick release couplings off radiator.

Models with air conditioning
^ Observe additional information and removal work.

Continuation for all models
^ Remove radiator securing bolts and take out radiator.

Installing
Install in reverse sequence. Note the following points:
^ Check electrical connections and routing:
Refer to Wiring Diagrams
^ Refill with coolant.