Radiator: Service and Repair

Radiator

Refractometer (T10007)

Drip tray (VAG 1306) or drip tray for VAS 6100 (VAS 6208)

Spring type clip pliers (VAS 5024A) or hose clip pliers (VAS 6340)

Cooling system charge unit (VAS 6096)

Adapter (VAG 1274/8)

Removing

CAUTION!
Hot steam may escape when opening the expansion tank cap. Wear protective goggles and protective clothing to prevent damage to eyes and scalding. Cover the cap with a cloth and open very carefully.

- Drain the coolant. Refer to => [ Draining and Filling ] Draining and Filling.

- Remove the fan shroud with the coolant fan (V7 ). Refer to => [ Fan Shroud with Coolant Fan ] Service and Repair.

Vehicles with Air Conditioning (A/C)

- Remove the bolt - arrow - for the refrigerant line - A -.





Continuation for All Vehicles

- Remove the bolts - arrows - from the radiator.





Vehicles with A/C

- Remove the bolts - arrows - for the condenser on the left and right sides of the radiator.





- To remove the radiator, secure the condenser to the lock carrier.

Continuation for All Vehicles

- Remove the radiator downward.

Installing

Installation is performed in the reverse order of removal, noting the following:

- The coolant must be replaced if a new radiator was installed.

- Fill with coolant. Refer to => [ Draining and Filling ] Draining and Filling.

Tightening Specifications