21st March 2018, 12:56 PM
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Join Date: Jun 2013
Location: Londonderry, Northern Ireland
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Quote:
Originally Posted by MikkiJayne
The lines do indeed attach to the radiator, on the opposite side to the water hoses. You lose about 200ml taking the lines off - well within tolerance of the gearbox, but if you have the kit its prudent to check the level and top off if you can.
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Would you have a link to the kit necessary to do that? Since I also have the S8, it might be a wise investment, and a lot easier than trying to pour oil uphill.
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