Passat L4-1.8L Turbo (AWM) (2004)
Air Door Actuator / Motor: Service and Repair
Air Flap Motors (For Climate Control Regulation)
Air Flap Motors (for Climate Control Regulation), Replacing
CAUTION!
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Before working on the electrical system, obtain radio security code and disconnect battery Ground (GND) strap.
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When reconnecting battery, always check operation of vehicle equipment such as radio, clock, and power windows.
NOTE: After installing a new air flap motor, always initiate Basic setting, Function 04; Climatronic On Board Diagnostic (OBD).
Air flow flap motor -V71-, removing and installing
NOTE: The air flow flap motor also operates the fresh/recirculating air flap.
Removing
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Remove instrument panel
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Loosen instrument panel cross member.
For the next step, an assistant must lift and hold the heater/evaporator unit.
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Look behind heater/evaporator unit using a mirror from front passenger's side.
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Remove bolts (TORX T15) -arrows A-.
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Disconnect electrical connector.
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Pull out motor downwards.
Installing and adjusting
Observe correct orientation of flap levers to drive cam when installing flap motor.