Volkswagen Workshop Service and Repair Manuals

Removing and installing catalytic converter (Polo) Special tools and workshop equipment required

t  Lambda probe open ring spanner set -3337-

t  Torque wrench -V.A.G 1331- Removing –  Remove Lambda probe -G39--1- using Lambda probe open ring spanner set -3337-.

–  Unscrew upper securing bolt of alternator -2- and push alternator down slightly. –  Unscrew securing bolts -arrows- and remove heat shield from turbocharger.

–  Unbolt securing nuts at turbocharger -arrows-. –  Remove noise insulation → General body repairs, exterior; Rep. gr.50.

–  Separate connector -1-. –  Remove Lambda probe after catalytic converter -G130--2-.

–  Remove securing bolts -1-. –  Press mountings -2- from pins.

–  Loosen securing bolts of clamp -arrows- and slide to rear. –  Remove catalytic converter with exhaust pipe downwards. Installing Installation is performed in the reverse order of removal. Specified torques → Chapter.