Removing and installing charge air cooler: engine code AWC — VW

🧭 Before you start

Fits: VW Sharan I / SEAT Alhambra (7M)

🔧 Engine codes this applies to

🔩 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 noise insulation tray 50.
2. Remove front bumper 63
3. Remove bracket for lower coolant hose.
4. Pull off air hoses from charge air cooler.
5. Unscrew hydraulic line for power steering (1) on lock carrier (arrows).
6. Drill holes in lock carrier at positions indicated by (arrows) (use ∅ 14 mm drill bit).
7. Unscrew securing bolts of charge air cooler and remove charge air cooler.
8. Tighten securing bolts of charge air cooler and hydraulic line of power steering. Specified torque: 10 Nm — 10 Nm (7.4 lb-ft)

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