Thermostat

Coolant Thermostat

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required
^ Refractometer T10007
^ Drip tray V.A.G 1306 or drip tray for workshop crane VAS 6208
^ Torque Wrench V.A.G 1331
^ Spring-type clip pliers VAS 5024 A

Removing

CAUTION!
Hot steam may escape when opening expansion tank. Wear protective goggles and protective clothing to prevent damage to eyes and scalding. Cover the cap with a rag and open very carefully.

- Drain coolant.
- Remove engine cover with air filter.
- Remove intake manifold.
- Insert guide tube for oil dipstick into cylinder block again and screw it tightly so that no escaping coolant can run into the engine.
- Place a suitable container under coolant regulator housing to catch coolant flowing out.





- Remove bolts - arrows -, disconnect connection - A - and remove coolant regulator.

Installing
Installation is in reverse order of removal. When doing this note the following:





^ Note installation position of coolant regulator - 1 -. Valve - 2 - must point upward.
^ Fill with coolant.

Tightening Specifications