Removing and installing fan support with radiator fan V7 and radiator fan 2V177 — VW
Removing and installing fan support with radiator fan V7 and radiator fan 2V177 on VW: 10 steps, engines BYD, CDLA, CDLC, CDLF.
Workshop procedure for VW — the exact step sequence and torque figures, straight from real workshop data.
🧭 Before you start
Fits: VW Golf V / Jetta (1K, 2003–2009), VW Golf VI (5K, 2008–2013), VW Golf Cabriolet (517, 2011–2016); platform code 137
📋 Procedure
- Remove engine cover panel/air filter .
- Unscrew upper securing bolts for fan support (arrows).
- Remove noise insulation General body repairs, exterior50Noise insulation.
- Remove bolts (2 and 3).
- Pull engine back approx. 15 mm with tensioning strap T10038.
- Disconnect connector (1) and unscrew lower securing bolts for fan support (arrows).
- Take out fan support from underneath.
- Disconnect connector (1) and expose lines.
- Unscrew nuts (arrows) and remove fan.
- Install pendulum support .
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