Touareg V8-4.2L (AXQ) (2006)
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Refrigerant recycling/recovery unit Kent-Moore ACR4 (or UL approved equivalent - VAS 6007A illustrated for reference only).
Removing
WARNING: Rear heating and A/C unit must only be removed after refrigerant circuit has been discharged.
CAUTION:
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Switch off all electrical consumers.
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Switch off ignition and remove ignition key.
NOTE: Always refill and bleed engine cooling system after opening and performing related repairs.
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Position drip tray VAS 6208 (or equivalent) under engine.
WARNING: The cooling system is pressurized when the engine is warm. Wear gloves and other protection and carefully release system
pressure if necessary before performing repairs.
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Drain cooling system.
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Observe notes.
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Discharge refrigerant circuit.
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Remove left rear wheel housing cover
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Remove left rear wheel housing cover.
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Clamp off both coolant hoses to rear heater core using hose clamps 3093 -Separate both coolant hose/pipe connections.
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Remove bolts for refrigerant lines (12 Nm) and remove from mounting plate.
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Remove screws from mounting plate (10 Nm).
CAUTION: Immediately plug open connections on A/C components and lines to prevent dirt and moisture contamination.
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Remove left rear side trim