Coolant, Draining And Filling: Draining

WARNING:

There is a risk of injury if the radiator fan turns on by itself.

The coolant fan can come on even when the ignition is turned off, for example, caused by the heat still in the engine compartment.

Fig 1: Identifying Coolant Reservoir Marking

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WARNING:

Risk of scalding due to hot steam and hot coolant.

The coolant system is under pressure when the engine is warm.
Cover the coolant reservoir cap with a cloth and then open it slowly to release the pressure.

-- Open the coolant reservoir cap.

-- Remove the front noise insulation -1-, refer to OVERVIEW - NOISE INSULATION .

Fig 2: Identifying Noise Insulation

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NOTE:

Collect escaping coolant in a clean container for disposal or reuse.

Fig 3: Identifying Drain Plug

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-- Place the Shop Crane - Drip Tray VAS6208 under engine.

-- Remove the drain plug -1- and drain the coolant.

NOTE:

Ignore item -2-.

-- Loosen the hose clamp -arrow-, remove the coolant hose from the oil cooler and drain the coolant.

Fig 4: Disconnecting Coolant Hose From Oil Cooler

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NOTE:

The installation location is shown with the engine removed.

Ignore item -1-.

-- Loosen the clamps -arrows-, drain any remaining coolant and then remove the coolant hoses from the left front coolant pipes.

Fig 5: Locating Lower Coolant Pipe Bolt

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