Removal And Installation: Radiator

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Special tools and workshop equipment required

Hose Clip Pliers V.A.G 1921

Removing

NOTE:

If there are small impressions on the fins. Refer to COOLERS, CONDENSERS AND CHARGE AIR COOLERS .

-- Drain the coolant. Refer to COOLANT, DRAINING AND FILLING .

-- Remove fan shroud. Refer to FAN SHROUD .

-- Remove air guide hose -arrows-.

Fig 1: Air Guide Hose

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-- Remove the upper coolant hose -arrow- from the radiator.

Fig 2: Identifying Radiator Upper Coolant

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-- Remove the bolts -1 and 2- and remove the radiator upward.

Fig 3: Identifying Radiator And Bolts

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Installing

For the correct tightening specifications, refer to RADIATOR, FAN SHROUD AND COOLANT FAN OVERVIEW .

Installation is carried out in the reverse order while noting the following:

-- Air guides, installing with connector. Refer to AIR GUIDE PIPES AND HOSES WITH CONNECTOR COUPLING

-- Install the fan shroud. Refer to FAN SHROUD .

-- Fill the coolant system. Refer to COOLANT, DRAINING AND FILLING .