Removing and installing cable duct in engine compartment: VW Golf IV / Bora

🧭 Before you start

Fits: VW Golf IV / Bora (1J)

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• The air filter housing does not have to be removed on vehicles with1.4 l fuel-injection engine.

🔩 Torque settings

Values can differ between engine variants — check the code stamped on your block.

ℹ️ Always cross-check the exact figure against your vehicle's factory manual before final tightening — a wrong torque can damage the engine. These values are extracted from workshop data and may not cover every variant or revision.

📋 Procedure

1. Remove battery . [Note: The air filter housing does not have to be removed on vehicles with1.4 l fuel-injection engine.]
2. Disconnect cable and hose connections from air filter housing.
3. Remove securing screws (arrows).
4. Lift off air filter housing and place it to one side.
5. Remove bolts securing battery carrier (arrows).

6. Remove battery carrier.
7. Unclip cable duct cover (arrows) and fold open in direction of travel.
8. With cover in this position, unclip remaining locking lugs (arrows) and remove cover.
9. Unplug all connectors necessary to allow wiring harnesses to be removed from cable duct.
10. Unclip cable duct and remove it from vehicle.

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