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Cooling system, draining and refilling
Draining
WARNING!
The cooling system is pressurized when the
engine is warm. When opening the expansion
tank, wear gloves and other appropriate
protection, cover the cap with a cloth and
open carefully to relieve system pressure
slowly.
- Open coolant expansion tank cap.
- Remove noise insulation panel.
- Place VAG1306 drip tray underneath engine.
- With bumper removed, open coolant drain plug (arrow) on lower left of
radiator by turning it counterclockwise. If necessary, attach accessory
hose to connection.
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With bumper installed, pull off retaining clamp for lower right radiator
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- Raise engine speed to approx. 2000 rpm for
approx. 5 minutes.
- Allow engine to idle until lower coolant hose on
radiator is hot.
- Check coolant level and top-off if necessary.
When engine is at normal operating
temperature, coolant level must be on MAX
mark. When engine is cold, coolant level must
be between MIN and MAX marks.
WARNING!
The cooling system is pressurized when the
engine is warm. When opening the expansion
tank, wear gloves and other appropriate
protection, cover the cap with a cloth and
open carefully to relieve system pressure
slowly.
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