I did this repair recently after watching this video. I did it without removing the vacuum lines from the bracket. I was able to hold the bracket back with a zip tie and access the bolts with an extention and u-joint.
Nice thanks for the information I’m going to attempt this soon 👌 just a question about bleeding air there no other bleeding valves to open or that just the top cap?
Thanks man I watched your video and a few more on UA-cam before I went for it and I successfully managed to replace my VW GTI’s thermostat, thank you very much.
I would add that for peace of mind, it doesn't hurt to use some Permatex Water Pump/Thermostat sealant and place a *THIN* layer on the mating surface where the flange meets the block. It just acts basically as another layer to help seal and as back-up for when the o-ring starts to leak. Again, not required, but I did for my water pump as well just as an extra precaution.
It's not really necessary if the installation doesn't call for it. In fact it can cause more harm than good if it ends up pushing out into your cooling system. The o-rings on both the water pump and thermostat housing should seal fine.
Definitely a couple different ways to go about it! I'm sure removing the alternator makes it a lot easier to access, but I don't like removing the alternator so I found another way.
@@benjaminnarbut8994Definitely not something you want to put off! I did mine before I had the YT channel, but I'll be needing to do it again. This time I'll be sure to film a video.
I have a coolant leak cant tell where its from, ive replaced the thermostat housing not that long, could it be the water pump it has a metal one i replaced a few years back, stomped, its a good leak down the front of the oil pan
This is tough without being able to see it in person. Being down the front of the oil pan, I doubt it's the water pump - if it were that you'd see a leak on the passenger side area. It could be your coolant hard pipe or any number of hoses. I'd trace all the coolant lines and see if you can find a trail of coolant from somewhere.
I did this repair recently after watching this video. I did it without removing the vacuum lines from the bracket. I was able to hold the bracket back with a zip tie and access the bolts with an extention and u-joint.
That's great! Easy enough to zip tie it out of the way and not have to remove it.
Nice thanks for the information I’m going to attempt this soon 👌 just a question about bleeding air there no other bleeding valves to open or that just the top cap?
Thanks man I watched your video and a few more on UA-cam before I went for it and I successfully managed to replace my VW GTI’s thermostat, thank you very much.
Nice! It's not a bad job once you get access to it. Cheers to a properly running car!
I would add that for peace of mind, it doesn't hurt to use some Permatex Water Pump/Thermostat sealant and place a *THIN* layer on the mating surface where the flange meets the block. It just acts basically as another layer to help seal and as back-up for when the o-ring starts to leak. Again, not required, but I did for my water pump as well just as an extra precaution.
It's not really necessary if the installation doesn't call for it. In fact it can cause more harm than good if it ends up pushing out into your cooling system. The o-rings on both the water pump and thermostat housing should seal fine.
Great vid thanks
You're welcome, thanks for the comment!
I didnt even think of this way the way I did was I took the alternator off 🤣🤣
Definitely a couple different ways to go about it! I'm sure removing the alternator makes it a lot easier to access, but I don't like removing the alternator so I found another way.
@@StevesGarage yeah mine wasn’t cracked either just seeping from the worn o ring but I put a metal one FCP
@@benjaminnarbut8994 Perfect replacement!
@@StevesGarage Next job is the timing belt
@@benjaminnarbut8994Definitely not something you want to put off! I did mine before I had the YT channel, but I'll be needing to do it again. This time I'll be sure to film a video.
Great video
Thank you!
I have a coolant leak cant tell where its from, ive replaced the thermostat housing not that long, could it be the water pump it has a metal one i replaced a few years back, stomped, its a good leak down the front of the oil pan
This is tough without being able to see it in person. Being down the front of the oil pan, I doubt it's the water pump - if it were that you'd see a leak on the passenger side area. It could be your coolant hard pipe or any number of hoses. I'd trace all the coolant lines and see if you can find a trail of coolant from somewhere.
@@StevesGarage will keep looking around,thanks.
Is this the same for the MKIV TDi?
I've never worked on one, but judging by the photos I've found it looks similar, but not 100% the same.