radiator R&R mk4 tdi jetta golf

[weerats]

To get to condensor, we have popped out grille, unscrewed 7 fastners holding cover to bumper. Next came headlamps 2 screws top & 2 bottom each side, wire connections for fans & temp switch, Drained radiator @ petcock, removed A/C line next to lower radiator connection Next came removing the upper dryer line. Also spread the clamp on the dryer so when you pull radiator support the dryer stays @ frame rail. We loosened the radiator hoses at the engine side and unconnected the hood release cable. A bolt at the front edge fender at the hood line and 2 thru bumper at frame horn and the support is ready to pull off. We set the support on a closed top drum ( a narrow table will work too) 4 screws and lift off support from condensor/ radiator assembly. After breaking apart the 2 and replacing the radiator( or in our case the condensor) the simple reverse of steps and your done. A little over 2 & 1/2 hours with teenager help

[chittychittybangbang]

Some pictures and details like torque specs would help but I can link to this from the FAQ. The thread title is already there

Any one who does this in the future and adds detailed step by step pics will also qualify for the writeup contest: Writeup award gift certificate through sponsor KermaTDI