Volkswagen Workshop Service and Repair Manuals

Removing and installing clutch position sender -G476- Special tools and workshop equipment required

t  Hose clamps to 25 mm -3094- Removing LHD –  First check whether a coded radio is fitted. If so, obtain anti-theft code. –  Remove battery and, if necessary, detach back wall of battery box → Electrical system; Rep. gr.27.

RHD –  On vehicles with particulate filter remove shield - A- from particulate filter → Rep. gr.26.

An insulation mat is installed in conjunction with some engines. Appearance may be different from that illustrated. –  Remove heat shield from pipe/hose line -arrows-.

Continuation for all If a pipe/hose line or plastic line -1- with a round component is installed directly beneath the master cylinder, the pipe/hose line or plastic line must be removed.   Note During the following work, ensure that no brake fluid lands on longitudinal member or gearbox. If this does happen, clean the affected areas thoroughly.

–  Clamp off supply hose to master cylinder using hose clamp -3094-.

–  Release securing clip -2- with a screwdriver or a pointed object and pull out of master cylinder to stop. –  Pull pipe/hose line or plastic line -1- out from master cylinder and seal hose. –  Unclip clutch position sender -G476- from master cylinder -arrow- and remove. –  Disconnect electrical connector -4-. Installing Install in reverse order of removal. During this step, observe the following:   Note t  Renew hose clips. t  Allocate all components according to → Electronic parts catalogue (ETKA). If the pipe/hose line or plastic line was removed:

–  Push pipe/hose line or plastic line -1- with seal -2- onto connection of master cylinder -4- until securing clip -3- engages audibly. –  Test line by tugging on it. –  After removing hose clamp -3094-, return supply hose to its original shape, if necessary. –  Bleed clutch system → Chapter.

RHD –  On vehicles with particulate filter fit shield - A- to particulate filter → Rep. gr.26. LHD –  Install battery → Electrical system; Rep. gr.27.