Cooling System, Checking For Coolant Leaks: Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2015 Audi A7 Quattro, 2014 Audi A7 Quattro, 2013 Audi A7, and 2012 Audi A7. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Engine at operating temperature.
WARNING:
Risk of scalding due to hot steam and hot coolant.
- The coolant system is under pressure when the engine is warm.
- Reduce pressure by covering coolant reservoir cap with a cloth and carefully opening.
-- Remove the cap -arrow- from the coolant reservoir.
-- Position the Cooling System Tester VAG 1274B with the adapter VAG 1274/8 on the coolant reservoir.
-- Generate approximately 1 bar (14.5 psi) pressure using the cooling system tester hand pump.
-- If pressure falls, search for leaks and correct problem.