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Brake Lamp Switch -F-, WITH 4-CYLINDER DIESEL ENGINE: Removing

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Fig 1: Removing Engine Cover
GWWN10-10354Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Remove engine cover near -arrows-.

-- Observe the given sequence -1- through -4-.

-- Reach under the engine cover as far as possible.

CAUTION: The bracket for attaching the engine cover to the cylinder head could break if removed incorrectly. Always follow these steps to remove the engine cover.

-- Loosen the hose clamp -4-.

Fig 2: Identifying Mass Airflow Sensor -G70- Connector, Vacuum Line, Bolt And Clamp
GWWN23-10219Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Press the release buttons and remove the crankshaft housing ventilation hose -1- from the cylinder head cover.

Fig 3: Identifying Release Buttons
GWWA21-10487Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Disconnect the connector from the crankcase housing ventilation hose -1-.

-- Free up the vacuum hoses -arrows-.

-- Remove the bolt -2-.

-- Turn the air guide pipe to the rear and remove it.

-- If equipped, remove bolt -arrow-.

Fig 4: Identifying Turbocharger Warm Air Connection
GWWN21-10537Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Unclip and remove the pre-heater pipe -1- from the bracket.

-- Release and disconnect the connector -1-.

Fig 5: Identifying Brake Lamp Switch
GWWM47-10008Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Remove the screw -2- from the master brake cylinder.

-- Remove the Brake Lamp Switch -- -3- from under the brake master cylinder and from the clip -4-.