COOLING SYSTEM, DRAINING AND FILLING
Special tools and workshop equipment required
- Adapter V.A.G 1274/8
- Drip Tray VAS 6208
- Hose Clip Pliers V.A.G 1921
- Cooling System Charge Unit VAS 6096
- Refractometer T10007
Draining
| WARNING | Risk of scalding due to hot steam and hot coolant. When the engine is warm the cooling system is under pressure. To reduce pressure, cover coolant reservoir cap with cloth and carefully open. |
Open coolant reservoir cap.
Remove noise insulation. Refer to Removal and Installation .
Cabriolet
Remove the noise insulation bracket. Refer to Removal and Installation .
All
Remove the air guide pipe -1 and 2-.
Scheme 7
Note. Drained coolant must be stored in a clean container for disposal or reuse.
Place VAS 6208 under engine.
Remove the lower coolant hose -1- from the radiator and let the coolant drain.
Scheme 8
Note. Ignore -2-.
Remove lower coolant hose to after-run coolant pump -V51- -arrow- and allow coolant to drain.
