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HOMESERVICE MANUALSVOLKSWAGEN2003EUROVAN V6-2.8L (AXK)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISHEATING AND AIR CONDITIONINGHEATER CORE CASESERVICE AND REPAIRHEATING AND VENTILATION SYSTEM SERVICING (FRONT)HEATING UNIT, REMOVING
2003 Volkswagen Eurovan V6-2.8L (AXK)

Heating Unit, Removing

2003 Volkswagen Eurovan V6-2.8L (AXK)SECTION Heating Unit, Removing



Heating Unit, Removing

Heating unit removal shown with instrument panel removed.







1 - Heating unit
2 - Rubber grommet
3 - Combination screw


WARNING!
Cooling system is pressurized when engine is warm. Before performing repairs, wear gloves, goggles and other appropriate protection while slowly and carefully releasing system pressure.


Removing:
- Remove dust and pollen filter
- Remove air intake duct (on bulkhead)
- Clamp coolant (heater) hoses near bulkhead.
- Remove right air duct.
- Remove complete instrument panel, passenger side airbag and associated trim
- Remove bolts -3-.


NOTE: Lower bolt is located on bulkhead under engine compartment cladding.


- Remove coolant hoses from heater core and plug heater core connections.
- Remove heater unit.
RENDER: 1.0x

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.