New Control Module, Installing

2007 Volkswagen GTI FahrenheitSECTION New Control Module, Installing
WARNING:

Excessive shaking (for example dropping, impact) may destroy the control module. Control module must then no longer be used.

  • Surface must be cleaned before assembling.

-- Slide all sealing rings -A- slightly over the valve dome.

Fig 1: Identifying Sealing Rings Slid Over Valve Dome
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-- Place control module without canting it onto hydraulic unit.

Sealing rings are then brought into their end position.

-- Bolt hydraulic unit and control module with new inner Torx® bolts supplied.

NOTE:

A new control module may be installed a max. of two times to a used hydraulic unit, to ensure that the elastic gasket seals sufficiently.

Do not install a used control module.

RENDER: 1.0x

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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.