Power Steering Fluid Cooler: Service and Repair

Oil Cooler

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

• Hose clamps up to 25mm (3094)

• Torque wrench (V.A.G 1410)

• Spring type clip pliers (VAS 5024 A)

Removing


For all repair work, especially in the engine compartment due to the tight working conditions, observe the following:

• Route lines of all types (for example for fuel, hydraulic, EVAP canister system, coolant and refrigerant, brake fluid, vacuum) and electrical wiring so that the original path is followed.

• To prevent damaging the lines, make sure there is enough space for all moving or hot components.

- Remove the front noise insulation.

- Remove the front bumper.

- Remove the crossmember.

- Remove the fan mount and the fans.

- Clamp off the intake hose - 1 - and the return hose - 2 - using (3094).





- Disconnect the intake hose - 1 - and the return hose - 2 - from the oil cooler.

- Remove screw - 2 - on back side of cooler.





- Remove the cooler.

- Detach the oil cooler - 1 - on the condenser.

Installing

Installation is the reverse of removal, with special attention to the following:

• Secure all hose connections with hose clamps appropriate to the model. Refer to Electronic Parts Catalog (ETKA).

• Oil type: Hydraulic fluid (G 002 000 oder G 004 000 M2)

- Check hydraulic fluid level and top off, if necessary. Refer to Maintenance Booklet 17.1, Power-assisted steering: Check oil level.

- Steering system, bleeding and checking for leaks. Refer to => [ Power Steering System, Bleeding ] Service and Repair.

Tightening Specifications