Where to Add Water to the Volkswagen Bora's Radiator?

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OscarLynn
07/28/25 11:19pm
To add water to the Volkswagen Bora's radiator, simply open the radiator cap. The vehicle's radiator, commonly referred to as the water tank, has the water filling port located at the top of the radiator, while the drain port is at the bottom. It is recommended to use antifreeze for filling, though in special circumstances, tap water can be used. The maintenance steps for the car radiator are as follows: 1. Park the vehicle and turn off the engine. Wait for the coolant temperature to drop, then open the expansion tank and add radiator cleaner. 2. Start the engine and let it idle for 5-10 minutes after the radiator fan starts working. 3. Turn off the engine and remove the front bumper of the vehicle. Ensure all fixing screws are loosened before removal, and carefully detach from both ends towards the center to avoid breaking any clips. 4. Once the coolant has completely cooled, flush out the radiator cleaner along with the coolant, and finally replace it with new engine coolant.
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DiAsher
08/12/25 3:43am
When I first bought my Volkswagen Bora last year, I was also curious about where to add water to the radiator. There's a translucent white plastic tank in the engine compartment labeled 'Coolant'—this is the coolant reservoir. Always ensure the car has cooled down before adding water, waiting at least half an hour after turning off the engine to avoid scalding from hot water spraying out. It's best not to use pure tap water, as impurities can cause clumping, rust, and block waterways or damage the water pump. Instead, use a dedicated antifreeze coolant mixed with distilled water in a 50:50 ratio. Before adding, unscrew the cap and check that the fluid level is between MAX and MIN. If it's below MIN, top it up, then start the engine and observe if the temperature gauge stabilizes. I recommend checking the fluid level monthly, especially during seasons with large temperature differences like summer and winter, to prevent engine overheating and extend its lifespan. If you notice any coolant leaks, visit a 4S shop for inspection promptly.
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