Most responsive S5 cloolant gauge ever? The vert's endless problems.

Max777 · 03-30-2008, 02:29 AM

Update on the thread: I got replacement hoses, thermostat, and radiator cap, as well as really good Mercedes coolant, it's all ready to put in, except for the fact that I cant quite get to the block drain plug to drain the rest of the coolant out... I think I will need to take out the AC compressor to make the job easier.

My radiator had quite a bit of CRAP logged in there. I sprayed a TON of degreaser, follwed by garden hose, an then power washer. The radiator is pretty much see through right now.

classicauto · 03-31-2008, 02:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Max777

I cant quite get to the block drain plug to drain the rest of the coolant out... I think I will need to take out the AC compressor to make the job easier.

Look at your drivers side engine mount where it bolts to the block. Notice the 3 studs/nuts? Notice the long hex "nut"? Undo the hex nut and you'll drain the coolant out of the block. IIRC that drain is lower then the one behind the P/S pump bracket anyways.

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Originally Posted by Max777

My radiator had quite a bit of CRAP logged in there. I sprayed a TON of degreaser, follwed by garden hose, an then power washer. The radiator is pretty much see through right now.

Nice, thats always good

03-30-2008, 02:29 AM	#1
Max777 Pirate Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Central IL Posts: 1,323 Rep Power: 19	Update on the thread: I got replacement hoses, thermostat, and radiator cap, as well as really good Mercedes coolant, it's all ready to put in, except for the fact that I cant quite get to the block drain plug to drain the rest of the coolant out... I think I will need to take out the AC compressor to make the job easier. My radiator had quite a bit of CRAP logged in there. I sprayed a TON of degreaser, follwed by garden hose, an then power washer. The radiator is pretty much see through right now. __________________ Rotaries:They are NOT that complicated!