Removing Coolant Regulator (Thermostat Insert)

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CAUTION: Pointed or sharp objects

Unclip air guide -1- and remove it by pulling it down.

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Removing air guide
V6 biturbo only:
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
Remove coolant pipe -2- .
1. 3.1 Unscrew screws for coolant pipe -1- .
2. 3.2 V6 monoturbo: Remove coolant pipe -2- .
V6 biturbo: Pull off coolant pipe -2- and set it aside.

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Coolant pipe
Release and disconnect electric plug connection for coolant regulator -2- .

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Electric plug connection for coolant regulator
WARNING:
Hot fluid
- Danger of scalding
  → Let the fluid cool down.
  
  → Wear personal protective gear.
Remove coolant regulator (thermostat insert) -1- .
1. 5.1 Unscrew screws -2- .
2. 5.2 Remove coolant regulator (thermostat insert) -1- .
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Removing coolant regulator (thermostat insert)
Pull off seals -1- using > VW771 - Multi-purpose tool-2- and > VW771/37 - Puller-3- .

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Removing coolant regulator seals