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Replacing Coolant on Volkswagen Golf Mk4

Model: Volkswagen Golf Golf IV, Golf 4, MK 4 - Years: 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003
Part: Antifreeze coolant

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Today, in this video tutorial, you will see how to replace the coolant on a Volkswagen Golf fourth series. First, remove the old coolant from the radiator by disconnecting the lower radiator hose, as shown in the video; once all the fluid has drained into a container, reconnect the hose.

Next, open the bonnet of your car and remove the cap from the radiator expansion tank; fill the tank to the maximum level with the correct type of coolant for the radiator!


Updated on 2 April 2026 by ScegliAuto


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