Removing Coolant Regulator (Thermostat Insert)

1. Remove air guide -1-  in a downward direction.

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   Removing air guide in a downward direction

2. 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.

3. Remove coolant regulator (thermostat insert) -1-  .
   1. 3.1 Release electric plug connection -2-  and pull it off -arrow A-  .
   2. 3.2 Unscrew and remove screws -3-  .

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      Removing coolant regulator (thermostat insert)

   3. 3.3 Guide out coolant regulator (thermostat insert) -1-  .
   4. 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