Removing and installing actuator for engine temperature regulation N493 — VW

🧭 Before you start

Fits: VW Golf VII Variant (BA), VW Golf VII (5G, 2012–2020), VW Sharan II / SEAT Alhambra (7N, 2010–), VW Passat B8 (3G, 2014–)

• Renewed: gaskets

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• Renew gaskets, seals and O-rings.

🔧 Engine codes this applies to

📋 Procedure

1. Remove coolant pump .
2. Remove throttle valve moduleGX3.
3. Unscrew coolant pipe from intake manifold (arrows).
4. Lift retaining clips (1) and disconnect coolant hoses.
5. Pull connector (1) off actuator for engine temperature regulation N493.

6. Remove bolts (1 … 5).
7. Detach actuator for engine temperature regulation N493 from centring pins, and pull it off engine oil cooler. [Note: Renew gaskets, seals and O-rings.]
8. Moisten new O-rings (4) and gasket of actuator with coolant.
9. Check whether the two centring pins are fitted in the cylinder block; install if necessary.
10. Fit connecting piece (2) into engine oil cooler (1).
11. Push actuator for engine temperature regulation N493(3) onto connecting piece and centring pins in cylinder block.
12. Tighten bolts for actuator for engine temperature regulation N493.
13. Install coolant pump .
14. Check cooling system for leaks after all coolant hoses have been connected .
15. Replenish coolant .

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