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 5024A)

• 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 hoses - arrows -.





- Move the lock carrier into the service position. Radiator Support

- Disconnect the coolant hoses from the radiator.

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

• To prevent damage to the Air Conditioning (A/C) condenser and also to the refrigerant lines/hoses, ensure that the lines and hoses are not stretched, kinked or bent.

- Remove the radiator bolts - arrows -.





- Remove the radiator downward.

Installing

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

- When installing a new radiator, the old coolant must not be reused.

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

Tightening specifications, refer to => [ Cooling System Components Overview, Body Side ] Cooling System Components Overview, Body Side.