Volkswagen Workshop Service and Repair Manuals > Golf Mk4 > Engine | 4-cylinder injection engine (1.6 l engine) Mechanics | Engine cooling | Removing and installing parts of cooling system | Draining and filling coolant

Draining

WARNING

Hot steam may escape when expansion tank is opened. Place rag over cap and open with caution.

–	Open cap on coolant expansion tank.

–	Remove centre insulation tray: → Rep. Gr.50

–	To drain coolant from radiator, open drain plug -arrow-.

–	To drain coolant from engine, also remove coolant hose from oil cooler -arrow-.

Note

Observe environmental regulations for disposal.

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