Oil Separator

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Special tools and workshop equipment required

Torque Wrench (5-50 Nm) V.A.G 1331

Removing

-- Remove the noise insulation. Refer to Description and Operation .

-- Remove the bolts -9 through 1- and remove the oil separator.

Fig 1: Identifying Oil Separator Tightening Sequence

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CAUTION:

Risk of contaminating the lubricating system.

Seal the opening with a clean cloth.

Installing

NOTE:

Always replace gaskets and seals.

Install only approved clamps for securing hose connections.

Install in reverse order of removal. When doing this note the following:

-- Tighten the bolts in sequence -1 through 9-.

Fig 2: Identifying Oil Separator Tightening Sequence

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Tightening specification: 9 Nm