Work Procedure

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-- Connect the coolant hose to the after-run coolant pump -V51- -arrow-.

Fig 1: After-Run Coolant Pump -V51

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-- Slide coolant hose at bottom on to cooler connection and secure.

Fig 2: Identifying Bottom Coolant Hose Retaining Clip

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-- Install the noise insulation. Refer to Noise Insulation .

-- Install the adapter for the reservoir V.A.G 1274/8 on the reservoir.

-- Fill the coolant circuit using the cooling system filler unit VAS 6096. Refer to the cooling system filler unit VAS 6096 operating instructions.

WARNING:

The coolant system is under pressure when the engine is warm.

Risk of scalding due to hot steam and hot coolant.

Reduce pressure by covering coolant reservoir cap with a cloth and carefully opening.

-- Check coolant level and fill if necessary. With engine at operating temperature, coolant level must be at top marking, with engine cold, it must be in center of hatched area.

Fig 3: Checking Coolant Level In Reservoir

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-- Install the noise insulation. Refer to Noise Insulation .