Coolant, Draining And Filling: Draining

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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.

-- Carefully open the fuel cap -1- on the coolant reservoir -2- in direction of the -arrow-.

Fig 1: Identifying Coolant Reservoir

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-- Remove the noise insulation, refer to Overview - Herbie Beetle Decorative Film .

-- Place the Shop Crane - Drip Tray VAS6208 underneath.

-- Disconnect the connector -2- on the Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor on Radiator Outlet -G83-.

Fig 2: Identifying Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor

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-- Lift the clamp -3-, remove the lower right coolant hose from the radiator and drain the coolant.

NOTE: Drained coolant must be stored in a clean container for disposal or reuse.