GTI V6-2.8L (AFP) (1999)
Air Injection Control Valve: Service and Repair
Combination valve, removing and installing
Special tools, equipment, test and inspection devices; required accessories
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VAG 1331 torque wrench (5 - 50 Nm) or equivalent
Removing
Note: The battery ground strap must eventually be disconnected in the further course of work. Check whether the vehicle has a coded radio system. It
may be necessary to disable the theft-deterrent feature by entering the appropriate code.
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With ignition off, disconnect battery.
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Remove damping pans.
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Put lock carrier into service position.
Vehicles with air conditioning
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Remove poly V-belt.
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Remove air conditioning compressor
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Remove refrigerant line retention strap(s).
CAUTION: The A/C refrigerant circuit must not be opened!
Notes:
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The refrigerant circuit may only be opened in workshops which have both the trained personnel and the proper tools and equipment.
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To prevent damage to the condenser and the refrigerant fines1hoses, be careful that the lines and hoses are not overextended, creased, or bent.
Procedure for all vehicles
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Remove discharge hose on combination valve between combination valve and air pump.
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Remove vacuum hose on combination valve.
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Remove combination valve from bottom of intake manifold and pull it out along with connection nozzles.
Install
Installation is in reverse sequence.