Removing Coolant Regulator (Thermostat Insert)

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CAUTION: Pointed or sharp objects

Risk of cracks, pricks or cuts
→ Wear personal protective gear.

Remove air guide -1- in a downward direction.

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Removing air guide in a downward direction
Remove suction hose -1- .
1. 2.1 Loosen screw-type clamps -2- .
2. 2.2 Disconnect suction hose -1- .
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Removing suction hose
WARNING:
Hot fluid
- Danger of scalding
  → Let the fluid cool down.
  
  → Wear personal protective gear.

Remove coolant regulator (thermostat insert) -1- .

3.1 Release electric plug connection -2- and pull it off -arrow A- .

3.2 Unscrew and remove screws -3- .

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Removing coolant regulator (thermostat insert)

3.3 Guide out coolant regulator (thermostat insert) -1- .
3.4 Pull out new seals -1- using > VW771 - Multi-purpose tool -2- and > VW771/37 - Puller -3- .

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Pulling out seals