Volkswagen Workshop Service and Repair Manuals > Golf Mk5 > Power unit | 4-cylinder diesel engine (2.0 l engine, 2-valve, SDI) | Engine cooling | Parts of cooling system | Removing and installing thermostat

Removing

Note

Always renew seals and gaskets.

–	Drain coolant → Chapter.

–	Remove alternator → Electrical system; Rep. Gr.27.

–	Pull coolant hose off connection.

–	Remove securing bolts -1- of connection -2- and remove connection -2- with thermostat -4-.

–	Turn thermostat -4-¹/₄ turn (90°) to left and remove it from connection -2-.

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