Coolant, Draining And Filling: Draining

WARNING:

The coolant system is under pressure when the engine is warm.

Risk of scalding due to hot steam and hot coolant.

Reduce pressure by covering the coolant reservoir cap with a cloth and carefully opening.

-- Open the coolant reservoir cap -arrow-.

Fig 1: Identifying Coolant Reservoir Cap

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-- Remove the noise insulation. Refer to OVERVIEW - NOISE INSULATION .

-- Place the :VAS6208 underneath.

-- Lift up the clamp -2-, remove the connection and let the coolant drain.

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Vehicles With DSG Transmission:

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-- Also release the clamps -1 and 2-. Disconnect the coolant hoses to the coolant auxiliary cooler on the left and let the coolant drain.

Continuation for All: