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How to Fix the Air Conditioning in a Volkswagen Golf

Model: Volkswagen Golf MK 7, Golf 7, Golf VII - Years: 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019
Part: Air conditioner

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In today's video, learn how to fix the air conditioning in a Volkswagen Golf 7. This issue may have been caused by poor vehicle maintenance, as non-compliant refrigerant could have been added; this chemical reaction has permanently blocked the air conditioning radiator, preventing proper function.

Start by removing the dashboard and the air conditioning trim.

You can then access the intake ducts and proceed with a complete purge of the ducts.


Updated on 28 June 2026 by ScegliAuto


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