Volkswagen Workshop Service and Repair Manuals

Removing and installing coolant pipes Special tools and workshop equipment required

t  Spring-type clip pliers -VAS 5024A- Removing: –  Remove engine cover/air filter → Chapter. Golf:

–  Remove pipe -A- and hose -B--arrows-. All vehicles: –  Remove noise insulation → General body repairs, exterior; Rep. gr.50.

–  Pull connector -3- off charge air pressure sender -G31-. –  Unscrew bolts -2- and -4-. –  Loosen clamp -1-, disconnect quick-release coupling on charge air cooler and remove charge air pipe and hose downwards. –  Drain coolant → Chapter.

–  Disconnect electrical connectors -arrows-.

–  Pull coolant hoses off coolant pipes -arrows-.

–  Pull off hose -A- and unscrew bolt -B-. Remove front coolant pipe.

–  Remove connector -A- from retainer, pull off hose -B- and unscrew bolts -C-. Remove rear coolant pipe. Installing: Install in reverse order.