Radiator, removing and installing: Removing

WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.

NOTE:

All cable ties opened or cut during engine removal must be reinstalled at the same locations during installation.

Activate vehicle lifting mode → 43 - Self Leveling Suspension .

Fig 1: Cover Above Coolant Reservoir

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Remove cover above coolant reservoir - arrows -.

CAUTION: Cover the cap of the expansion tank with a rag and open it carefully, as hot steam, i.e. hot coolant, may escape when opening.

Open cap of coolant expansion tank.
Remove both front wheels.

NOTE:

Secure the brake discs with wheel bolts.

Fig 2: Identifying Exhaust Pipe Fasteners

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For vehicles with auxiliary heater, remove bolts - arrows - for exhaust pipe of auxiliary heater on sound insulation.

Fig 3: Noise Insulation Quick-Release Fasteners

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Loosen quick-release fasteners - 1 - and remove front sound insulation.

Fig 4: Left Coolant Pipe Coolant Hose

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Place drip tray for workshop crane VAS 6208 or drip tray V.A.G 1306 under engine.
Disconnect coolant hose - arrow - from left coolant pipe and drain coolant.

Fig 5: Auxiliary Cooler Lower Right Coolant Hose

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Disconnect lower right coolant hose - arrow - from auxiliary cooler and drain remaining coolant.

Fig 6: Radiator Coolant Hoses

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Remove coolant hoses - 1 - and - 2 - at radiator by releasing retaining clips.
Remove front part of left and right front wheelhouse liner → 66 - EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT .
Remove front bumper cover → 63 - BUMPERS .

Fig 7: Mass Air Flow (MAF) Sensor G70 Electrical Connector, Upper Part Of Air Filter Housing Connections, Intake Manifold Air Duct Hose & Bolts

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Disconnect electrical connector - 1 - for Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor G70.
Disconnect air duct - 4 - at intake manifold.
Unhook retainer for connections - 2 - and - 3 - at upper part of air filter housing.
Remove bolts - arrows -.

Remove upper part of right air filter housing.

Fig 8: Radiator Upper Coolant Hose

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Disconnect upper coolant hose - arrow - from radiator by releasing retaining clip.

Fig 9: Auxiliary Cooler Air Duct Bolt & Electrical Connector

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Disconnect harness connector - 2 - and move wiring clear.
Remove bolts - 1 -.
Remove air ducting for auxiliary cooler.

Fig 10: Outside Air Temperature Sensor G17 Electrical Harness Connectors

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Disconnect electrical harness connectors - 1 to 6 - and move electrical wiring clear.
Remove bracket for Outside air temperature sensor G17 by rotating bracket 90° clockwise and removing.

Fig 11: Brace Electrical Connections & Bolts

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Disconnect electrical connections - 1 - and - 2 - from braces.
Remove bolts - arrows -.
Remove bumper with braces.

Fig 12: Air Guides

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Remove air guide at left and right - arrows -.

CAUTION: The air conditioning refrigerant circuit must not be opened.

NOTE:

To prevent damage to the A/C compressor and also to the refrigerant lines/hoses, ensure that the lines and hoses are not stretched, kinked or bent.

Fig 13: Condenser Bolts

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Remove bolts - arrows -.
Pivot condenser with power steering fluid cooler downward.
Tie up condenser to vehicle.

Fig 14: Removing Brackets For Radiator

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Remove both brackets for radiator - arrows -.
Pivot upper radiator forward slightly and lift it out of lock carrier.