MK5 Golf GTI

All Things Mk5 => Mk5 General Area => Topic started by: bobby_fodge on January 17, 2020, 01:11:42 pm

Title: Coolant temp sensor
Post by: bobby_fodge 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?

Title: Re: Coolant temp sensor
Post by: pudding 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!