2000 Volkswagen Golf Hatchback Fourth generation Cooling System Specifications
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| Condition | Value |
|---|
| First stage | 183.2–195.8°F |
| Second stage | 195.8–208.4°F |
| First stage | 197.6–206.6°F |
| Second stage | 210.2–221°F |
| Radiator cap opening pressure (Cooling system maximum pressure) | 1.4–1.6 bar |
| 1.4 16V with gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 74 HP at 5000 RPM, 126 N⋅m at 3300 RPM engine (1997.8–2005.6) | 183.2–208.4°F |
| 1.4 16V with gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 74 HP at 5000 RPM, 128 N⋅m at 3300 RPM engine (1997.8–2005.6) | 183.2–208.4°F |
| 1.4 16V with gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 74 HP engine (1997.8–2005.6) | 183.2–208.4°F |
| 1.4 16V with gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 74 HP engine (1997.8–2005.6) | 183.2–208.4°F |
| 1.4 16V with gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 74 HP engine (1997.8–2005.6) | 183.2–208.4°F |
| 1.6 16V with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 103 HP engine (2000.2–2005.6) | 183.2–208.4°F |
| 1.6 16V with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 103 HP engine (2000.2–2005.6) | 183.2–208.4°F |
| 1.6 16V with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 103 HP engine (2000.2–2005.6) | 183.2–208.4°F |
| 1.6 16V with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 103 HP engine (2000.2–2005.6) | 183.2–208.4°F |
| 1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 101 HP at 5600 RPM, 148 N⋅m at 3800 RPM engine (2000.8–2005.6) | 221°F |
| Electronic regulation | |
| 1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 101 HP at 5600 RPM, 148 N⋅m at 3800 RPM engine (2000.8–2005.6) | 221°F |
| Electronic regulation | |
| 1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 101 HP engine (2000.8–2005.6) | 221°F |
| Electronic regulation | |
| All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters AEH engines | 186.8°F |
| All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters AKL engines | 186.8°F |
| All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters APF engines | 221°F |
| Electronic regulation | |
| 1.8 4motion with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 123 HP engine (1998.5–2005.6) | 188.6–215.6°F |
| 1.8 T with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 148 HP at 5700 RPM, 210 N⋅m at 1750 RPM engine (1997.8–2005.6) | 188.6–215.6°F |
| 1.8 T with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 148 HP engine (1997.8–2005.6) | 188.6–215.6°F |
| 1.8 T with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 148 HP engine (1997.8–2005.6) | 188.6–215.6°F |
| 1.8 T with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 148 HP engine (1997.8–2005.6) | 188.6–215.6°F |
| 1.8 T with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 148 HP engine (1997.8–2005.6) | 188.6–215.6°F |
| 1.8 with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 123 HP engine (1997.8–2005.6) | 188.6–215.6°F |
| 1.8 with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 123 HP engine (1997.8–2005.6) | 188.6–215.6°F |
| 2.0 4motion with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP at 5400 RPM, 172 N⋅m at 3200 RPM engine (2000.10–2005.6) | 186.8°F |
| 2.0 4motion with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP engine (2000.10–2005.6) | 186.8°F |
| 2.0 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP at 5200 RPM, 170 N⋅m at 2400 RPM engine (1998.7–2004.5) | 186.8°F |
| 2.0 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP at 5400 RPM, 172 N⋅m at 3200 RPM engine (1998.7–2004.5) | 186.8°F |
| 2.0 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP engine (1998.7–2004.5) | 186.8°F |
| 2.0 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP engine (1998.7–2004.5) | 186.8°F |
| 2.0 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP, 116 N⋅m at 5200 RPM engine (1998.7–2004.5) | 186.8°F |
| 2.3 V5 4motion with gasoline V5 2.3 L 168 HP, 220 N⋅m at 3300 RPM engine (2000.10–2005.6) | 176–221°F |
| 2.3 V5 4motion with gasoline vr-5 2.3 L 148 HP at 6000 RPM, 205 N⋅m at 3200 RPM engine (1998.12–2000.10) | 176–221°F |
| 2.3 V5 with gasoline V5 2.3 L 168 HP, 220 N⋅m at 3300 RPM engine (2000.10–2005.6) | 176–221°F |
| 2.3 V5 with gasoline vr-5 2.3 L 148 HP at 6000 RPM, 205 N⋅m at 3200 RPM engine (1997.8–2000.10) | 176–221°F |
| 2.8 V6 4motion with gasoline V6 2.8 L 201 HP engine (1999.3–2005.6) | 176–221°F |
| 2.8 V6 4motion with gasoline vr-6 2.8 L 201 HP at 6200 RPM, 270 N⋅m at 3200 RPM engine (1999.3–2005.6) | 176–221°F |
| 2.8 V6 4motion with gasoline vr-6 2.8 L 201 HP engine (1999.3–2005.6) | 176–221°F |
| All other modifications | 185–221°F |
Overheating is really dangerous for Volkswagen Golf Hatchback engines. Regularly check coolant level in the overflow reservoir. If the coolant level drops below minimum level inspect the cooling system for any signs of leakages and replace worn or damaged hoses. Use correct thermostat for your car.
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2000 Volkswagen Golf Hatchback user's manual. Keep in mind that all information here is provided “as is” without any warranty of any kind.
Before doing any DIY service please check your insurance policy and Volkswagen warranty policy for your region. In some regions DIY service may invalidate your warranty.
Table of Contents
- Air Conditioning Compressor Oil Capacity
- Air Conditioning Refrigerant Capacity
- All-wheel Drive Clutch Oil Capacity
- Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity
- Axle Oil Capacity
- Brake Fluid Capacity
- Cooling Fluid Capacity
- Diagnostic Values
- Engine Oil Capacity
- Fluid and Lubricant Specifications
- Manual Transmission Oil Capacity
- Steering Fluid Capacity
- Brake System Specifications
- Chassis Specifications
- Cooling System Specifications
- Drive Belts Specifications
- Electrical System Specifications
- Emission
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