Radiator: Service and Repair

Radiator

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

• Refractometer (T10007)

• Drip Tray (V.A.G 1306)

• Spring Type Clip Pliers (VAS 5024 A)

• Cooling System Charge Unit (VAS 6096)

• Adapter (V.A.G 1274/8)

Removing

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

- Disconnect the charge air hose - arrows -.






- Move the lock carrier into the service position.

- Remove the coolant hoses from the radiator.

- Remove the fan shroud and fans. Refer to => [ Coolant Fan and Coolant Fan 2 ] Service and Repair.

• To prevent damage to the condenser and also to the refrigerant lines/hoses, ensure that the pipes and hoses are not stretched, kinked or bent.

- Remove the bolts - arrows - from the radiator.






- Remove the radiator downward.

Installing

Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following:

- Do not use the old coolant if a new radiator is being installed.

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

For the correct tightening specifications, refer to => [ Cooling System Components Overview, Body Side ] Cooling System Components Overview, Body Side.