Removing and installing engine preheater heater element Z97 — VW

🧭 Before you start

Fits: VW CC (358, 2012–2017)

🔧 Engine codes this applies to

📋 Procedure

1. ⚠ When the engine is warm, the cooling system is under pressure.Hot steam/hot coolant can escape - risk of scalding.Cover filler cap on expansion tank with a cloth and open carefully to dissipate pressure. — Remove noise insulation General body repairs, exterior66Noise insulation; Assembly overview - noise insulation.
2. Unclip locking mechanism (arrow).
3. Pull off wiring (1) on engine preheater heater element Z97(2).
4. Clamp off coolant hoses (2) with hose clips up to 40 mm3093.
5. Loosen spring-type clips (arrows).

6. Pull off coolant hoses (2) from engine preheater heater element Z97(1).
7. Allow remaining coolant to drain out.
8. Unscrew bolt (arrow A) and remove engine preheater heater element Z97(1) with bracket.
9. Open clip and remove engine preheater heater element Z97 from bracket.
10. Fit bracket of engine preheater heater element Z97(1) with lug in guide (arrow B).
11. Tighten bolt (arrow A).
12. Check coolant level and top up if necessary .

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