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HOMESERVICE MANUALSVOLKSWAGEN2002JETTA GLS, 4D SEDAN, 1.8 D, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE MECHANICALCOOLING SYSTEM (MECHANICAL)1.8L - COOLING SYSTEM - AWD, AWW, AWP (A4 PLATFORM)COOLING SYSTEM COMPONENTS, REMOVING AND INSTALLINGTHERMOSTAT, REMOVING AND INSTALLINGINSTALLING
2002 Volkswagen Jetta GLS, 4D Sedan, 1.8 D, Automatic
Thermostat, Removing And Installing: Installing
2002 Volkswagen Jetta GLS, 4D Sedan, 1.8 D, AutomaticSECTION Installing
Installation is carried out in the reverse order. Note the following:
- Moisten new O ring -2- with coolant.
- Insert thermostat -1- into connecting flange -3- and turn 1/4 turn (90°) to right.
- Install connecting flange -3- with thermostat -1- into engine block.NOTE: The brace on the thermostat must be almost vertical.
- Tighten securing bolts -4-. Tightening torque: 15 Nm
Filling with new coolant, see COOLING SYSTEM, DRAINING AND FILLING .
RENDER: 1.0x
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.