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Octavia Mk1

Removing and installing, testing coolant thermostat
Removing and installing, testing coolant thermostat
Special tools and workshop equipment required
t  Torque wrench 5 to 50 Nm (e.g. -V.A.G 1331-)
t  Pliers for spring strap clips
  Note
Always replace seals and gasket rings.
Removing
–  Drain coolant → Chapter.
   
–  Detach coolant hose from connection fitting -3-.
–  Release bolts -4-, remove connection fitting with “O”-ring -2- and thermostat -1-.
Testing coolant thermostat
–  Heat up regulator in a water bath.
  A19-0042
Start of openingEnd of opening
(cannot be tested)		Opening stroke
approx. 87°Capprox. 102°C min. 7 mm

Install
–  Clean sealing surface for “O”-ring.
–  Insert coolant thermostat. Fitting position: The clamp of the coolant thermostat must be positioned vertically.
–  Moisten new “O”-ring with coolant additive.
–  Tighten bolts to 15 Nm.
–  Filling system with coolant → Anchor.
   

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