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How to Remove the Throttle Body from the Volkswagen Golf

Model: Volkswagen Golf Golf 6, MK 6, 5K1, Golf VI - Years: 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012
Part: Throttle body

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Briefly follow these instructions to remove and replace the throttle body of the Volkswagen Golf. First, open the bonnet of your car and start by disconnecting the air intake hose, loosening the metal clamp screw; then, unscrew the fixing screws of the throttle body, disconnecting the electrical connector of the throttle position sensor to remove it, as shown in the video.

At this point, clean or replace the entire component, applying the reverse procedure for reassembly!


Updated on 1 August 2026 by ScegliAuto


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