Volkswagen New Beetle. Manual - part 900
1998-2004 ENGINE
Engine Cooling System - New Beetle, 1.8L (APH, AWV & AWP)
COOLING SYSTEM COMPONENTS, REMOVING AND INSTALLING
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Route all sorts of hoses/lines (e.g. for fuel, hydraulics, evaporative emissions system, coolant, refrigerant,
brake fluid and vacuum pipes and hoses) and electrical wiring so that the original positions are restored.
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Ensure sufficient clearance to all moving or hot components.
Perform cooling system leakage test with cooling system tester VAG 1274 and adapters VAG 1274/8 and VAG
1274/9.
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Parts of cooling system body side. See COOLING SYSTEM COMPONENTS (BODY SIDE) .
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Parts of cooling system engine side. See COOLING SYSTEM COMPONENTS (ENGINE SIDE) .
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Coolant hose connection diagram. See COOLANT HOSE CONNECTION DIAGRAM .
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Draining and filling with coolant. See COOLING SYSTEM, DRAINING AND FILLING .
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Coolant mixture ratios. See COOLING SYSTEM, DRAINING AND FILLING .
COOLING SYSTEM COMPONENTS (BODY SIDE)
1. O-ring
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Replace if damaged
2. Upper coolant hose
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Secured to radiator with retaining clip
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Check securely seated
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Coolant hose connection diagram. See COOLANT HOSE CONNECTION DIAGRAM .
WARNING:
When doing any repair work, especially in the engine compartment, due
to the cramped conditions, pay attention to the following:
NOTE:
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When the engine is warm the cooling system is under pressure. If
necessary, release pressure before commencing repair work.
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Hoses are secured with spring-type clips. In cases of repair only use
spring-type clips.
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VAG 1921 pliers are recommended when installing spring-type clips.
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When installing coolant hoses route stress-free, so that they do not come
into contact with other components (observe markings on coolant
connection and hose).
NOTE:
The following list refers to items in Fig. 1 .
2003 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS
1998-2004 ENGINE Engine Cooling System - New Beetle, 1.8L (APH, AWV & AWP)
2003 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS
1998-2004 ENGINE Engine Cooling System - New Beetle, 1.8L (APH, AWV & AWP)