Volkswagen Tiguan Quiz
Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning

Coolant Circuit

In this manual: Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning
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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 N·m).
  • Remove the heat shield -2-.
  • Place the Shop Crane - Drip Tray -VAS6208- under the engine.
Volswagen Tiguan. N87-10474

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 N·m) and bolt -3- (9 +-1.3 N·m).
  • Lightly pull the coolant pipe in the direction of the engine.
Volswagen Tiguan. N87-10482

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.

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