Removing and installing temperature flap actuator (LHD): VW Polo 6R

🧭 Before you start

Fits: VW Polo 6R (2009–2014)

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• Before installing, check that position of worm drive (1) and cam segment (2) align.The raised winding (dark hatched area) (arrow A) must engage in deeper gaps between teeth (arrows B).
• Move temperature flap lever (3) to end positions and mark these positions on distribution box (flap fully open (2) and flap fully closed (4)).
• Insert actuator (1) into mounting (6) and guide in direction of arrow onto distribution box (pin of actuator (1) must engage in track of lever (3)).
• It must be possible to move temperature flap to end positions (markings (2) and (4)) easily and smoothly.

🔩 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. Remove dash panel General body repairs, interior70Dash panel: Removing and installing dash panel.
2. Remove left footwell vent .
3. Remove cross member for dash panel General body repairs, interior70Dash panel; Removing and installing cross member for dash panel.
4. Remove flexible shaft (3) from actuator .
5. Release catch (2) by pressing it in direction of arrow (A).

6. Swivel actuator (1) in direction of arrow (B) and remove it from mountings (4). [Note: Before installing, check that position of worm drive (1) and cam segment (2) align.The raised winding (dark hatched area) (arrow A) must engage in deeper gaps between teeth (arrows B).]
7. Move temperature flap lever (3) to end positions and mark these positions on distribution box (flap fully open (2) and flap fully closed (4)).
8. Set actuator (1) to position "Flap closed (4)".
9. Close temperature flap (move lever (3) down to stop).
10. Insert actuator (1) into mounting (6) and guide in direction of arrow onto distribution box (pin of actuator (1) must engage in track of lever (3)).
11. Engage actuator on distribution box (5).
12. Turn temperature knob on control for heated and fresh air to "“Cold”" position. Connect flexible shaft to actuator (1). [Note: It must be possible to move temperature flap to end positions (markings (2) and (4)) easily and smoothly.]
13. Remove actuator and repeat installation, as described.
14. Install footwell vent and centre console.

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