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Filling Audi 100 C4

Recommended mixing rations for 8 liter (8.4 qt.) capacity, see COOLANT FILLING RECOMMENDATIONS .

Frost ProtectionJ 011 A8B or CWater
-25° C (-13° F)3.2L (3.4 qt.)4.8L (5.1 qt.)
-35° C (-31° F) (1)4.0L (4.2 qt)4.0L (4.2 qt)
(1) For cold climates
(1)For cold climates

COOLANT FILLING RECOMMENDATIONS

  1. back off each of two bleed screw approx. 2 turns. In coolant hose to heater core, right, next to brake booster Bleed screw in large coolant pipe, next to engine coolant temperature sensor. See «COOLANT PIPES, LAYOUT»(ref-201030-S31020318262005102400000) .
  2. Pour coolant into expansion tank.
  3. Check bleed screws and close when coolant starts to run out.
  4. Fill expansion tank until level reaches top edge.
  5. Install cap on expansion tank.
  6. Run engine at idle until coolant fan has switched on once.
  7. Increase engine speed to 2000 RPM for approx. 30 seconds.
  8. Stop engine (switch ignition off).
  9. Check coolant level in expansion tank and top up to MAX mark if necessary.