Removing and installing coolant temperature sender G62: VW Jetta VI (BAR, BKS, BMK, BUN, …)

🧭 Before you start

Fits: VW Jetta VI (16, 2010–2018)

• Renewed: o-ring

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• Insert new coolant temperature sender G62, with 0-ring, immediately into union to avoid loss of coolant.

🔧 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. Pull cover off air duct (release clips on sides) (arrows).
2. Unclip air duct at the bottom by releasing clips (arrows).
3. Detach air duct at bottom together with air hose.
4. If fitted, remove charge air duct to sound generator.
5. Remove noise insulation General body repairs, exterior66Noise insulation; Assembly overview - noise insulation.

6. Loosen hose clip (2).
7. Remove bolt (4).
8. Disconnect electrical connector (arrow).
9. Remove charge air pipe by lifting clip (1) and loosening hose clip (2).
10. Close off connection on charge air cooler with a clean cloth.
11. Remove bolt (1) and take out air pipe downwards.
12. Remove throttle valve module .
13. Remove support for intake manifold (remove nut (2) and bolt (1)).
14. Disconnect electrical connector (1) at coolant temperature sender G62.
15. Press release tabs (arrows) and pull off retaining clip.
16. Pull out coolant temperature sender G62(2). [Note: Insert new coolant temperature sender G62, with 0-ring, immediately into union to avoid loss of coolant.]
17. Disconnect electrical connector (2) at coolant temperature sender G62.
18. Unscrew bolts (arrows) and remove retaining plate (1).
19. Pull out coolant temperature sender G62. [Note: Insert new coolant temperature sender G62, with 0-ring, immediately into union to avoid loss of coolant.] [Note: Renew O-ring.]
20. Clean sealing surface for O-ring.
21. Check coolant level .

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