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Golf Mk4

Removing and installing thermostat
   
Removing and installing thermostat
Special tools and workshop equipment required
t  Refractometer -T10007-
t  Spring-type clip pliers -VAS 5024A-
t  Torque wrench -V.A.G 1331-

Removing
  Note
Always renew seals and gaskets.
–  Drain coolant → Chapter.
   
–  Pull coolant hose off connection -3-.
–  Remove connecting flange -3- securing bolts -4- and remove connecting flange -3- with thermostat -1-.
Installing
Installation is carried out in the reverse order. When installing, note the following:
  A19-0042
–  Moisten new O ring -2- with coolant.
–  Fit connection -3- with thermostat -1- into engine block.
  Note
The brace on the thermostat must be almost vertical.
–  Tighten securing bolts -4-. Torque setting: 15 Nm.
–  Fill with coolant → Chapter.
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