Lower Front Coolant Line, Removing and Installing

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Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

Fig 1: Hose Clamp Pliers V.A.G 1921

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Hose clamp pliers V.A.G 1921

Fig 2: Drip Tray For Workshop Crane VAS 6208

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Drip tray for workshop crane VAS 6208

Removing

Fig 3: Cover Above Coolant Reservoir

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Remove cover above coolant reservoir - arrows -.

CAUTION: Cover cap of coolant expansion tank with rag and open carefully, as hot steam or hot coolant may escape when opening.

Open cap of coolant expansion tank.

Fig 4: Identifying Exhaust Pipe Fasteners

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

Fig 5: Noise Insulation Quick-Release Fasteners

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Loosen quick-release fasteners - 1 - and remove front noise insulation.
Place Drip Tray for VAS 6100 VAS 6208 below front lower coolant pipe.

Fig 6: Screws, Front Lower Coolant Pipe & Hoses

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Remove bolts - 2 - and - 3 - and remove front lower coolant pipe from coolant hoses - 1 - and - 4 -.

Installing

Installation is in reverse order of removal, note the following:

NOTE:

Secure all hose connections with hose clamps appropriate for the model .
During installation, all cable ties must be re-installed at the same location.

Fill with coolant → Filling under Cooling System, Draining and Filling .

Tightening specifications

Component	Nm
Front lower coolant pipe to lock carrier	9