Rabbit L5-2.5L (CBUA) (2008)
NOTE: By loosening the screw - 1 -, the coolant pipes are loosened and it is easier to remove the heater core.
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Remove driver side footwell trim
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Remove left footwell vent
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Remove screws - A - and remove trim - B -.
NOTE:
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There are different versions of cover - B -.
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The illustration shows the version with Auxiliary Air Heater Heating Element Z35.
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If the temperature door lever - C - is a position that hinders access to the upper screw - A -. Change the position of the temperature door using
the controls for hot air and fresh on, on vehicles with Climatronic with operating and display unit (e.g. "Hi" setting).
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Cover carpet in area under heat exchanger with waterproof foil and water absorbing paper.
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Open pipe clamps - A - and disconnect coolant pipes from heater core.
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Remove heater core from heating unit.
Installing
Installation is carried out in the reverse order, when doing this note the following:
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Check seals - A - and - B - installed on heater core, only install a heater core with undamaged seals.
NOTE:
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An incorrectly glued seal can roll up into heating unit when sliding in the heater core.
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Cold air may flow past heat exchanger if seal is damaged or not properly fitted.