How to carry out replacement: Thermostat 1.4 16V Golf 4
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How to change engine thermostat on VW Golf 4 – replacement guide

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When to replace the Thermostat on your VW GOLF
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Thermostat : 50000 km
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
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The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change engine thermostat on VW GOLF 4 [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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Published on: 11/02/2021
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Replacement: engine thermostat – VW Golf 4. List of the tools you'll need:
All-purpose cleaning spray
Sealant
Torque wrench
Combination spanner #10
Drive socket # 7
Drive socket # 13
Torx bit T25
HEX bit No.H5
HEX bit No.H6
Ratchet wrench
Clic-R collar pliers
Seal scraper
Funnel
Fluid container
Crow bar
Microfibre towel
Fender cover
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Replacement: engine thermostat – VW Golf 4. AUTODOC recommends:
  • Check the condition of the coolant every time you replace the thermostat. Change the coolant if necessary.
  • Please note: all work on the car – VW Golf 4 – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
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    Open the hood.
  2. Step 2
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    Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
  3. Step 3
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    Disconnect the secondary air pump hoses.
  4. Step 4
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    Cover the secondary air pump channels with a microfibre cloth to prevent dust and dirt from getting inside.
  5. Step 5
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    Detach the secondary air pump connector.
  6. Step 6
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    Unscrew the fasteners connecting the secondary air pump to its bracket. Use a combination spanner #10.
  7. Step 7
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    Remove the secondary air pump.
  8. Step 8
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    Unscrew the fastener of the secondary air pump bracket. Use HEX No.H6. Use a drive socket #13. Use a ratchet wrench.
  9. Step 9
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    Remove the secondary air pump bracket.
  10. Step 10
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    Unscrew the coolant reservoir cap.
  11. Step 11
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    Lift the car using a jack or place it over an inspection pit.
  12. Step 12
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    Undo the fasteners of the oil pan lower cover. Use Torx T25. Use a ratchet wrench.
  13. Step 13
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    Remove the oil pan cover.
  14. Step 14
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    Prepare a container for fluids.
  15. Step 15
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    Open the coolant drain tap.
  16. Step 16
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    Drain the coolant from the engine.
    Replacement: engine thermostat – VW Golf 4. Tip from AUTODOC:
    Caution! The coolant can be very hot.Wear gloves to prevent contact with hot liquid.All work should be done with the engine stopped.Wait until the coolant has completely flowed out of the drain hole.
  17. Step 17
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    Close the coolant drain tap.
  18. Step 18
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    Reinstall the oil pan lower cover.
  19. Step 19
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    Tighten the fasteners of the oil pan lower cover. Use Torx T25. Use a ratchet wrench.
  20. Step 20
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    Lower the car.
  21. Step 21
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    Prepare a container for fluids.
  22. Step 22
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    Unplug the connector of the coolant temperature sensor.
  23. Step 23
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    Detach the clamps of the coolant hoses. Use clic-R collar pliers.
  24. Step 24
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    Disconnect the coolant hoses from the thermostat housing.
  25. Step 25
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    Loosen the coolant hose clamp. Use a drive socket #7. Use a ratchet wrench.
  26. Step 26
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    Detach the clamps of the coolant hoses. Use clic-R collar pliers.
  27. Step 27
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    Disconnect the coolant hoses from the thermostat housing. Use a crowbar.
    Replacement: engine thermostat – VW Golf 4. AUTODOC experts recommend:
    Caution! Coolant may leak out of the coolant lines and thermostat housing.
  28. Step 28
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    Unscrew the thermostat housing fasteners. Use HEX No.H5. Use a ratchet wrench.
  29. Step 29
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    Remove the thermostat housing.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: engine thermostat – VW Golf 4. Do not use excessive force when removing the part as this may damage it.Caution! Coolant may leak out of the coolant lines and thermostat housing.
  30. Step 30
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    Clean the thermostat housing mounting seat. Use a seal scraper. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
  31. Step 31
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    Treat the thermostat housing mounting seat. Use a sealant.
  32. Step 32
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    Install the new thermostat housing.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: engine thermostat – VW Golf 4. Do not use excessive force during installation. This may damage the part.
  33. Step 33
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    Tighten the thermostat housing fasteners. Use HEX No.H5. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 8 nm torque.
  34. Step 34
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    Attach the coolant hose.
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