Volkswagen Golf Service & Repair Manual: Test prerequisites
| Radiator and condenser must be clean (clean them if
necessary). |
| The V-belt for air conditioner compressor and alternator is
correctly tensioned. |
| All air ducts, covers and seals are OK and properly
installed. |
| The flaps reach their end positions. |
| The engine is at operating temperature. |
| The evaporator and heating do not draw any uncooled air at
highest fresh air blower speed. |
| With the engine running and the air conditioning system set
to full power, check the following points: |
| The fresh air blower is running |
| The radiator fan is running or is switched on. |
| The fresh air and air recirculation flap is set to “recirculate”. |
| The ambient temperature is more than 15oC. |
| The temperature switch for evaporator -E33- is correctly
fitted and its switching temperatures are correct. |
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Switch off ignition.
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Connect manifold gauge (air conditioner service station).
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Read pressure gauge. ...
Other materials:
Information on the air conditioning system
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings The cooling system for the vehicle interior only works
when the engine is running and the blower is switched on.
The air conditioning system operates most effectively with the windows and the
panorama tilting roof clos ...
Flat spots caused by storage or handling
What is a flat spot?
The terms flat area and flats are also used for the term
flat spot.
Flat spots caused by storage or handling also cause
vibration in the same way as incorrectly balanced wheels do. It
is import ...
Additional safety instructions for curtain airbag
Inspect trims for damage prior to installing them.
Always renew damaged pillar trims; never repair.
Ensure proper seating of trims when installing them.
When performing r ...
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