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Removing and installing radiator cowl with radiator fan, CC — VW

Removing and installing radiator cowl with radiator fan, CC on VW: 13 steps, engines CUVA, CUVC, CUVE, CUWA.

Workshop procedure for VW — the exact step sequence and torque figures, straight from real workshop data.

13 steps 4 engine codes

🧭 Before you start

Fits: VW Tiguan I (5N, 2007–2016), VW CC (358, 2012–2017), VW Sharan II / SEAT Alhambra (7N, 2010–)

🔧 Engine codes this applies to

📋 Procedure

  1. Remove engine cover panel .
  2. Release cover (1) at catches (arrows), and remove it.
  3. Remove coolant hose (2) from retainers (3).
  4. Release catches (arrows), and detach air duct from mounting (1).
  5. Unscrew bolts (arrows) from lock carrier and remove the air duct.
CUVA? Steps differ between engine variants — check this job against your exact car before you commit to it. Check my car — free →
  1. Remove air filter housing Removing and installing air filter housing.
  2. Remove noise insulation General body repairs, exterior66Noise insulation; Assembly overview - noise insulation.
  3. Release and pull off connector (1).
  4. Unclip connector from retainer.
  5. Remove bolts (arrows).
  6. Open retainer for coolant hose on radiator cowl.
  7. Detach coolant hose from retainer.
  8. Remove cowling together with radiator fans upwards.

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Workshop data on this page last updated 20 Sep 2026.