G13 has been dropped by VW, G12 is okay for mk4s, for newer cars that came with G13 it's recommended to flush the system thoroughly, replace the coolant bottle, and use G12 Evo instead (to avoid corrosion and plugged heater core etc)
Too much coolant left in the bottle, though I’m sure you guys know, but others following may not, despite the level indicator on the bottle. Also, you can change the coolant bottle without dropping or loosing any coolant and without having to bleed the system.
You can indeed pinch the lines and empty the bottle and replace Mr VRS! And correct in that we could have sucked out a bit of the extra coolant after vacuum ffilling.
FWIW, I did it without even pinching the lines. The top line is empty when engine not running and can be removed without leaking. The bottom line won't drain if it's above the original fluid level, so I just 1. Removed top line, the electrical plug and the two screws holding the reservoir in (don't drop em). 2. Lifted it up and tilted it back (with cap on and coolant still in it) until the big hose was above the original coolant level.. 3. Removed the clamp on the big hose. 4. Got the new reservoir ready.. 5. Slide the hose off the old reservoir continuing to hold the hose high, and set the old reservoir aside still on its back (just nestled in engine bay).. 6. Attach the new reservoir to the hose, re-apply the clamp. 7. Put the new reservoir back into its place, then pick up the old one and align the bottom bottom opening over the new reservoir, and tilt it back upright to drain coolant from old to new. 8. Reattach upper line and clamp, electrical plug, put two screws in.. check coolant level.. done. Took longer to type this than to do the job..
Yes, so don't torque the cap on. The cap snaps when it is fully turned to the closed position after about 2-3 turns I think. Also wet the o-ring or filler neck with some coolant to make it easier to tighten the cap back on and provide a better seal.
Thank you. Very helpful ❤️
G13 has been dropped by VW, G12 is okay for mk4s, for newer cars that came with G13 it's recommended to flush the system thoroughly, replace the coolant bottle, and use G12 Evo instead (to avoid corrosion and plugged heater core etc)
Too much coolant left in the bottle, though I’m sure you guys know, but others following may not, despite the level indicator on the bottle. Also, you can change the coolant bottle without dropping or loosing any coolant and without having to bleed the system.
You can indeed pinch the lines and empty the bottle and replace Mr VRS! And correct in that we could have sucked out a bit of the extra coolant after vacuum ffilling.
FWIW, I did it without even pinching the lines. The top line is empty when engine not running and can be removed without leaking.
The bottom line won't drain if it's above the original fluid level, so I just
1. Removed top line, the electrical plug and the two screws holding the reservoir in (don't drop em).
2. Lifted it up and tilted it back (with cap on and coolant still in it) until the big hose was above the original coolant level..
3. Removed the clamp on the big hose.
4. Got the new reservoir ready..
5. Slide the hose off the old reservoir continuing to hold the hose high, and set the old reservoir aside still on its back (just nestled in engine bay)..
6. Attach the new reservoir to the hose, re-apply the clamp.
7. Put the new reservoir back into its place, then pick up the old one and align the bottom bottom opening over the new reservoir, and tilt it back upright to drain coolant from old to new.
8. Reattach upper line and clamp, electrical plug, put two screws in.. check coolant level.. done.
Took longer to type this than to do the job..
@@daemn42facts. Just read this and about to attempt 🫡
B58 oil filter housing gasket would be awesome 👌
Great
I’m not going to buy a vac pump for a one off job, so would be good to see the alternative done
Good video, but I would like to see a DIY coolant drain and flush on a 2015 VW Golf TDI.
We will add it to the list pebjr!
So if I don't have the vacuum cooler I can use 50/50 water and coolant ??
Trying to figure out if the expansion tank cap requires an o'ring
Yes, so don't torque the cap on. The cap snaps when it is fully turned to the closed position after about 2-3 turns I think. Also wet the o-ring or filler neck with some coolant to make it easier to tighten the cap back on and provide a better seal.
How much coolant is need for a full drain
Hi Ned, the capacity for the MK4 is 5L.
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Cant see dude..