Removing and installing oil filter bracket together with oil cooler — VW

🧭 Before you start

Fits: VW Jetta VI (16, 2010–2018), VW Golf V / Jetta (1K, 2003–2009); platform code AJ5

• Opens: coolant

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• Remove oil supply line (3) from the oil filter bracket. If necessary, counterhold with an open-ended spanner.

🔧 Engine codes this applies to

📋 Procedure

1. Drain coolant .
2. Remove air filter housing .
3. Remove cowling .
4. Free wiring harnesses (arrows) and connector (1) at charge air pipe on »hot side«.
5. Unscrew securing bolt (1) and remove bracket.

6. Pull coolant hoses off oil cooler.
7. Loosen clamp (2), raise retaining clip (1) and remove connecting hose from charge air cooler on »cold side«.
8. Remove securing bolts (arrows) from charge air pipe and separate connector (1) from charge air pressure sender G31.
9. Open clamp (2), lay coolant hose (3) to side and remove charge air pipe.
10. Remove securing bolt (arrow) and push coolant circulation pump 2V178 aside.
11. Remove securing bolts (arrows) of oil dipstick guide tube.
12. Pull guide tube upwards out of crankcase and press it slightly aside.
13. Separate connector (1) from oil pressure switch F1 using assembly tool T10118 and unscrew oil pressure switch.
14. Remove oil supply line (3) from the oil filter bracket. If necessary, counterhold with an open-ended spanner.
15. Place oil drip tray below engine.
16. Unscrew securing bolts (arrows) and remove oil filter bracket.

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