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Offline bobby_fodge

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Coolant temp sensor
« on: January 17, 2020, 01:11:42 pm »
Hi, i'm going to change both coolant temp sensors on my DSG. I've read this guide

https://www.pelicanparts.com/techarticles/Volkswagen_Golf_GTI_Mk_V/19-WATER-Coolant_Temperature_Sensors_Replacement/19-WATER-Coolant_Temperature_Sensors_Replacement.htm

Do you really have to remove the alternator to get at the one on the drivers side?
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Re: Coolant temp sensor
« Reply #1 on: January 17, 2020, 04:54:23 pm »
Yeah the thermostat bolts don't seem to be accessible with the alternator in the way.   It's not that bad a job in practice, in spite of the horror stories. 

The thermostat issue is worse on MK7s, and needs doing more often, and costs a lot more money...... just to make you feel a bit better! 
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