Fan Shroud, Removing And Installing: Removing

WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.

-- Remove the bolts at the top of the fan shroud -1-.

Fig 1: Identifying Coolant Fans

Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

NOTE:

The left bolt is under the coolant connector.

-- Remove the noise insulation. Refer to OVERVIEW - NOISE INSULATION .

-- Release and disconnect the connector -arrow-.

Fig 2: Locating Connector

Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Remove the bolts at the bottom of the fan shroud -2-.

Fig 3: Identifying Coolant Fans

Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Remove the fan shroud downward.

-- Cover the radiator with the : VAS531 003 .

Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.