Radiator, Removing and Installing

Radiator, removing and installing





Special tools and equipment
^ VAG1306 Drip tray for VAG1202A
^ VAG1331 Torque wrench: 5 to 50 Nm (3.7 to 37 ft. lbs.)
^ VAG1921 Hose clip pliers
^ Anti-freeze tester

Removing
- Drain coolant.
- Remove front panel:
- Disconnect coolant hoses from radiator.
- Disconnect connectors from thermo-switch.
- Remove ribbed belt tensioner.
- Remove radiator mounting bolts and take out radiator.

Note: Vehicles with A/C:

- Observe additional information and removal work.

Installing
Installation is carried out in the reverse order of the removal procedure

Note the following during installation:
Engine coolant, filling.