Volkswagen Tiguan Service and Repair Manual: Coolant Circuit

Coolant Pipe, Removing and Installing

Special tools and workshop equipment required

• Shop Crane - Drip Tray -VAS6208-
• Hose Clamps - Up To 25mm -3094-
• Engine Bung Set -VAS6122-

Removing

• Remove the nuts -1- (9 +-1.3 Nm).
• Remove the heat shield -2-.
• Place the Shop Crane - Drip Tray -VAS6208- under the engine.

The cooling system is under pressure when the engine is warm. There is a risk of scalding from hot steam and coolant. Burns on the skin and other parts of the body are possible.Wear safety gloves.Wear protective eyewear.Reduce the pressure: cover the coolant reservoir cap with a cloth and carefully open.

• Disconnect the coolant pipe -2- at the connecting points.
• Remove the nut -1- (9 +- 1.3 Nm) and bolt -3- (9 +-1.3 Nm).
• Lightly pull the coolant pipe in the direction of the engine.

Installing

• Install in reverse order of removal. Pay attention to the following for the procedure:
• If necessary, remove any dirt or coolant residue.
• Add coolant.
• Check the heater and A/C unit function.