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Coolant flush required?

c555a

New member
Location
Telford
Car(s)
Vw Golf mk7 1.6 tdi
Hi guys, thanks for the add.

I've just bought my first mk7, it's a 1.6tdi bluemotion (not the quickest I know but just after a good commuter atm..)

The previous owner had done some (ahem) 'off-roading' and I've had to replace/repair most of the front end to get it back roadworthy.

I have replaced the rad pack with new (aftermarket) but does anyone know if I'll need to flush the system before use as I'd heard that when intercoolers fail (this one was ripped off) they can contaminate the cooling system with oil??

I've yet to fully reassemble the coolant system yet, just thought I'd ask first...

Also, the expansion tank looks grey to me...will that be oil in the coolant? Or are some of them grey from new? (Some look grey on Google images, some don't?!)

TIA and apologies for essay!
 

golfdave

Autocross Champion
Location
Scotland (U.K.)
Car(s)
Mk7 Golf GT Estate
Post this in the main section....you'll get more replies...

& yes it sounds like there is oil in the coolant as the liquid in the expansion tank should be clearish pink..
 
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