GTI V6-2792cc 2.8L DOHC (AAA) (1996)
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Detach transmission at left rear assembly mounting and engine at right rear assembly mounting.
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Detach engine from front engine/trans mount from above.
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Carefully lift engine.
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Using a modified coolant pump pulley wrench tool No. VAG 1590, remove coolant (water) pump pulley.
NOTE:
If necessary modify coolant (water) pump wrench.
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Remove coolant pump.
NOTE:
To remove and install the coolant pump, push engine by hand slightly to left, to gain clearance for removing and installing.
Installation
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Installation is the reverse of removal, noting the following:
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When installing the rear right and front engine/trans mounts, ensure that the recess on the rear right console and the recess on the front console
locates on the rubber mount -arrows-.
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Screw in all bolts on engine/trans mounts by hand approx. 5 to 6 turns.
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Align engine mounts stress-free by rocking engine assembly.
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First tighten motor mountings front and rear right, then tighten rear left assembly mounting.
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Install intake hose.
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Installing ribbed drive belt See: Drive Belts, Mounts, Brackets and Accessories/Ribbed Belt/Service and Repair
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Fill with coolant See: Cooling System/Service and Repair