Skoda Octavia 1996 Service Manual page 87

OCTAVIA
Removing and installing parts of the cooling system
Parts of cooling system
Notes:
♦ The cooling system is pressurized when the
engine is warm. Release pressure, if
necessary, before carrying out repairs.
♦ Hose connections are secured with spring
strap clamps. Always use spring strap
clamps when carrying out repairs.
♦ It is recommended to use the special pliers
for the spring strap clamps for removing and
installing them.
♦ Always replace seals and gaskets.
♦ Route coolant hoses free of stress when
installing and avoid contact with other
components (pay attention to marking on
coolant connection and on hose).
♦ Draining and filling system with coolant
⇒ page 19-2.
♦ Coolant mixing ratios ⇒ page 19-3.
♦ Test cooling system for leaks.
Edition 12.99
S00.5105.52.20
Cooling System
1 - Radiator
♦ Always fill system with fresh coolant
after replacing
2 - Oil cooler
♦ Removing and installing
⇒ page 17-1, item 17
3 - Coolant pump, thermostat
♦ Removing and installing coolant pump
⇒ page 19-8
♦ Ensure it operates freely
♦ Removing and installing coolant
thermostat ⇒ page 19-10
♦ Testing, data ⇒ page 19-10
4 - Cylinder block
5 - Expansion reservoir
6 - Inlet pipe
7 - Heater for throttle valve connection
8 - Heating system heat exchanger
9 - Transmission oil cooler
♦ For ATF
♦ Only on models with automatic gear-
box
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