Special tools and workshop
equipment required
♦ Adapter for cooling system tester - V.A.G 1274/8-
♦ Drip tray - VAS 6208-
♦ Spring-type clip pliers - VAS 6340-
♦ Coolant system charge unit - VAS 6096-
♦ Refractometer - T10007 A-
Drain coolant:
WARNING
The cooling system is under pressure when the engine is hot!
Danger of scalding due to steam and hot coolant.
Cover filler cap on expansion tank with a cloth and open care‐
fully to release pressure.
– Carefully open filler cap on coolant expansion tank.
– Remove noise insulation ⇒ General body repairs, exterior;
Rep. gr. 66 ; Noise insulation; Assembly overview - noise in‐
sulation .
CC 2012 ➤ , Passat 2011 ➤ , Passat Variant 2011 ➤
6-cylinder direct-injection engine (3.6 l engine, 4V) - Edition 06.2019
1. Cooling system/coolant
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