Volkswagen Golf Service & Repair Manual: Checking cooling system for leaks
Special tools and workshop equipment
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Cooling system tester -V.A.G 1274 B- |
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Adapter for cooling system tester -V.A.G 1274/8- |
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Adapter for cooling system tester -V.A.G 1274/9- |
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Open cap -arrow- on coolant
expansion tank. |
Engine at operating temperature. |
The cooling system is under pressure when the engine is hot. Hot
steam/hot coolant can escape - risk of scalding. Risk of scalding to
skin and body parts.Wear protective gloves.Wear eye protection.Release
pressure by covering cap of coolant expansion tank with a cloth and
opening it carefully. |
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Fit cooling system tester -V.A.G 1274 B- with adapter -V.A.G 1274/8-
on coolant expansion tank. |
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Using hand pump on tester, build up a pressure of approx.
1.0 bar. |
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If this pressure is not maintained, locate and rectify
leaks. |
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Checking pressure relief valve in filler cap |
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Place cooling system tester -V.A.G 1274 B- with adapter -V.A.G 1274/9-
on filler cap. |
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Build up pressure using hand pump of cooling system tester. |
The pressure relief valve must open at a pressure of
1.6…1.8 bar. |
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Special tools and workshop equipment required
Refractometer -T10007 A-
Drip tray for workshop hoist -VAS 6208-
Hose clip pliers -VAS 634 ...
Other materials:
Removing and installing rear body acceleration sender -G343-
Special tools and workshop equipment
required
Torque wrench -V.A.G 1410-
Removing
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Remove left luggage compartment side trim
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Noises from shock absorbers
Shock absorbers are often replaced because of noises
(rumbling, etc.) experienced by the customer. Inspections on the
test rig and in the vehicle have shown that in approx. 70 % of
these cases there is no case for complaint. The replacement was
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Charging battery
Prerequisites:
WARNING
It is not permissible to test or charge batteries
whose magic eye shows light yellow. Do not slave/jump
start the vehicle!
Danger of ex ...
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