Passat GLS L4-1.8L Turbo (AUG) (2001)
Fan Clutch: Service and Repair
Viscous Fan Coupling
Viscous fan clutch, removing and installing
Special tools and equipment
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VAG1331 torque wrench (5 to 50 Nm)
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5 mm drift
Removing
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Bring the lock carrier into service position: See: Body and Frame/Lock Carrier/Service and Repair/Procedures
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Remove ribbed belt, Refer to Timing Components.
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Remove fan wheel from viscous fan clutch.
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Secure belt pulley of viscous-fan clutch using a drift 5 mm) -1-.
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Unbolt securing bolt for viscous fan clutch (with 8 mm wrench insert hex socket-2-) and remove viscous fan clutch with belt pulley.
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Disconnect belt pulley from viscous fan clutch.
Installing
Installation is reverse of removal, noting the following:
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Tighten belt pulley at viscous fan clutch to 30 Nm.
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Tighten viscous fan clutch at bracket to 45 Nm.
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Tighten fan wheel at viscous fan clutch to 10 Nm.
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Install ribbed belt.