check engine AUDI A3 2000 8L / 1.G AEB ATW Engines Cooling System Components Workshop Manual
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Filling
Note:
CAUTION! - Remove drain plug from coolant pump (arrow).
The cooling system is filled year-round with frost and corrosion
protection additives. Until 6/96, G 011 A8 C coolant (green color) was used.From 7/96 on, only G 012 A8 D coolant (red color) is used.Coolants G 011 A8 C and G 012 A8 D CANNOT be mixed. Mixing
them will cause severe engine damage. Part numbers are for reference only. Always check with your Parts
department for the latest information. If the fluid in the expansion tank is brown, G012 A8 D has been mixed
with other coolant. In this case, flush cooling system and change
coolant. To flush, fill cooling system with clear water and run engine
for approx. 2 minutes. Flushing the system should remove most of the
coolant residue.
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- Start engine and maintain an engine speed of
about 2000 RPM for approx. 3 minutes.
- Allow engine to idle until the lower radiator hose
is hot.Check coolant level and top up if
necessary. When engine is at normal operating
temperature, coolant level must be at max.
mark; when engine is cold, between min. and
max. marks.
WARNING!
The cooling system is pressurized when the
engine is warm. When opening the expansion
tank, wear gloves and other appropriate
protection, cover the cap using a cloth, and
open carefully to relieve system pressure
slowly.
- Switch engine off.
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Note:
When installing ribbed belt, check for correct
seating on belt pulley.
- Install V-belt Page 13
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- Fill up with coolant Page 19
-6 .
WARNING!
The cooling system is pressurized when the
engine is warm. When opening the expansion
tank, wear gloves and other appropriate
protection, cover the cap using a cloth, and
open carefully to relieve system pressure
slowly.
CAUTION!
Be sure the ignition is switched OFF. Failure
to do so may damage the Engine Control
Module (ECM).
- Switch ignition off and reconnect battery Ground
(GND) strap.
- After connecting battery, enter anti-theft code for
radio.
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Coolant thermostat, removing, installing
and checking
Removing
- Drain coolant Page 19
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Installing
WARNING!
The cooling system is pressurized when the engine is warm. When
opening the expansion tank, wear gloves and other appropriate
protection, cover the cap using a cloth, and open carefully to relieve
system pressure slowly.
Tightening torque - Remove bolts -4-, remove connector -3-, O-ring -2- and coolant
thermostat -1-.
- Clean and/or smooth O-ring sealing surface.
- Install coolant thermostat.
- Fill up with coolant Page 19
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Component
Tightening torque
Connector to pump housing 10 Nm (7 ft lb)
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