Recommended replacement interval for the part category Water pump and timing belt kit : 70000 km

Important!

This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW GOLF II (19E, 1G1) 1.6, VW GOLF II (19E, 1G1) 1.6, VW GOLF II (19E, 1G1) 1.8, VW GOLF II (19E, 1G1) 1.8 Syncro, VW GOLF II (19E, 1G1) 1.8 i Cat, VW GOLF II (19E, 1G1) 1.8 Syncro, VW GOLF II (19E, 1G1) 1.8 GTI Cat, VW GOLF II (19E, 1G1) 1.8 GTI, VW GOLF II (19E, 1G1) 1.8 GTI G60, VW GOLF II (19E, 1G1) 1.8, VW GOLF II (19E, 1G1) 1.8 i Cat Syncro, VW GOLF II (19E, 1G1) 1.8 GTI … View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change water pump on VW GOLF 2 [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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Water pump and timing belt kit

Replacement: water pump – VW Golf 2. Tools you need:

                      Wire brush
                    
                      WD-40 spray
                    
                      All-purpose cleaning spray
                    
                      Sealant
                    
                      Torque wrench
                    
                      Combination spanner #13
                    
                      Drive socket # 7 
                    
                      Drive socket # 10
                    
                      Drive socket # 13
                    
                      HEX bit No.H6
                    
                      Ratchet wrench
                    
                      Seal scraper
                    
                      Funnel
                    
                      Fluid container
                    
                      Fender cover

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Replacement: water pump – VW Golf 2. Tip from AUTODOC:

Follow the terms, recommendations and requirements of the part operation provided by the manufacturer.
Check the coolant condition and replace it if necessary.
Inspect the thermostat and the thermostat housing. Replace if necessary.
Please note: all work on the car – VW Golf 2 – should be done with the engine switched off.

Carry out replacement in the following order:

Step 1

Open the hood.
Step 2

Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
Step 3

Unscrew the coolant reservoir cap.
Step 4

Prepare a container for fluids.
Step 5

Loosen the coolant hose clamp. Use a drive socket #7. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 6

Detach the coolant hose.

Replacement: water pump – VW Golf 2. Tip:
Caution! Coolant may come out from the water pump channels and body.
Step 7

Drain the coolant from the engine.

Replacement: water pump – VW Golf 2. AUTODOC experts recommend:
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.
Step 8

Unscrew the thermostat housing fasteners. Use a drive socket #13. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 9

Remove the thermostat housing.
Step 10

Remove the thermostat.

AUTODOC recommends:
Replacement: water pump – VW Golf 2. 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.
Step 11

Clean the water pump pulley fastener. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
Step 12

Unscrew the water pump pulley fastener. Use HEX No.H6. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 13

Clean the alternator fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
Step 14

Loosen the alternator fasteners. Use a combination spanner #13.
Step 15

Move the alternator aside.
Step 16

Remove the V belt.
Step 17

Remove the water pump pulley.
Step 18

Unscrew the fasteners of the water pump housing. Use a drive socket #10. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 19

Loosen the coolant hose clamp. Use a drive socket #7. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 20

Detach the coolant hose.

Replacement: water pump – VW Golf 2. Tip from AUTODOC:
Caution! Coolant may come out from the water pump channels and body.
Step 21

Unscrew the water pump fasteners. Use a combination spanner #13. Use a drive socket #13. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 22

Remove the water pump.

Replacement: water pump – VW Golf 2. AUTODOC recommends:
Caution! Coolant may come out from the water pump channels and body.
Step 23

Clean the water pump mounting seat. Use a seal scraper. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
Step 24

Treat the water pump mounting seat. Use a sealant.
Step 25

Install the new water pump.
Step 26

Tighten the water pump fasteners. Use a combination spanner #13. Use a drive socket #13. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 14 nm torque.
Step 27

Attach the coolant hose.
Step 28

Secure the coolant hose clamp. Use a drive socket #7. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 29

Install the water pump pulley.
Step 30

Install the V belt.
Step 31

Put the alternator back in place.
Step 32

Tighten the alternator fasteners. Use a drive socket #13. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 10 nm torque.
Step 33

Tighten the water pump pulley fastener. Use HEX No.H6. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 9 nm torque.
Step 34

Screw in the fasteners of the water pump housing. Use a drive socket #10. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 35

Install the thermostat.

AUTODOC recommends:
Replacement: water pump – VW Golf 2. Do not use excessive force during installation. This may damage the part.
Step 36

Install the thermostat housing.
Step 37

Tighten the thermostat housing fasteners. Use a drive socket #10. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 13 nm torque.
Step 38

Attach the coolant hose.
Step 39

Secure the coolant hose clamp. Use a drive socket #7. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 40

Remove the coolant reservoir cap.

Step 41

Insert the funnel.
Step 42

Pour coolant in the coolant reservoir.

Replacement: water pump – VW Golf 2. Professionals recommend:
Only use the coolant recommended by the manufacturer.The coolant level should be at the MAX mark.Wait until the air goes out of the system.
Step 43

Run the engine for a few minutes. This should be done in order to remove residual air from the cooling system and to check if the components are operating correctly.
Step 44

Shut off the engine.

Step 45

Install the coolant reservoir cap.

Step 46

Screw on the coolant reservoir cap.
Step 47

Remove the fender protection cover.
Step 48

Close the hood.

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