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Subject:Coolant-Drain and Replace
From:Gordon and/or Cecilia Bonham
Date:Sat, 20 Feb 1999 22:51:40 -0500

I bought a 1990 Westie yesterday.  During the heads inspection, which
checked out ok, the local VW dealer noticed that coolant was leaking out
of the expansion tank, apparently at the sensor port.
I need advice on refilling the cooling system after I remove and
check/replace the expansion tank.  I remember from owning an 82 diesel
that refilling was a several step procedure and suspect that the 2.1 may
be the same.  I have not had time to get a Bentley or a Hanes manual and
so far have been unable to find the information I need in the archives.
Thanks to those who gave me advice on thing to check for prior to
purchase.
Gordon Bonham