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    4. : How do you replace the thermostat of the Volkswagen Golf?

Volkswagen Golf - Video tutorial

Model: Volkswagen Golf MK 4, Golf IV, Golf 4 - Years 1997-2003
Part: Thermostat
Operation: How do you replace the thermostat of the Volkswagen Golf?

In order to replace the thermostat of the Volkswagen Golf, you need to loosen the screws that hold it in place: to locate it, you will need to open the hood so that you have access to the components in the engine compartment. The thermostat is located between the alternator and the oil level control rod: once freed from its fixing screws, it will be possible to remove it completely in order to insert the new replacement part. After installing the new thermostat, you can close the hood and check that everything is functioning properly.


Posted on 28 April 2024 by ScegliAuto

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How to open the bonnet of the Volkswagen Polo

Let's see in this short and simple guide the instructions that will allow us to open the bonnet of the Volkswagen Polo. First of all we open the front door, on the driver's side, and start pulling the opening lever of the engine hood, in order to open the lock; then let's move to the front of the vehicle and unhook the tab that we find on the central part, above the manufacturer's emblem, as shown in the video. At this point we block the bonnet with the lateral rod; then we accompany the bonnet down to close it again!

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