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Model specific boards => Golf mk5 => Topic started by: Robin G on 04 May 2010, 22:30

Title: MK5 thermostat housing
Post by: Robin G on 04 May 2010, 22:30

Hi Everyone,

I have just joined this forum, I was looking for some advise!!

I have just purchased a Golf mk5 05 plate, having moved on from the mk4. I have found that i have a coolant leak, look like its from the thermostat housing/O ring area. looking back on the history it has been replaced before !. Could the O ring be replaced or is it worth while changing the housing..... Any advise would be greatfully received. Also advise on anything about the MK5 at all... Thanks

Title: Re: MK5 thermostat housing
Post by: topher on 05 May 2010, 00:03

You won't know if the housing needs to replaced until you can remove and inspect it unfortunately. By that point it's a bit late if all you've bought is a replacement o-ring. If you're attempting this job yourself you should either be a mechanic or very brave/confident :grin: I've only done it once myself and can understand why VW charge silly money to do it!

Title: Re: MK5 thermostat housing
Post by: Robin G on 28 May 2010, 15:23

Thaks for the reply, I have now got it into a garage now to see whats what! Purchased new thermostat housing only £23 so it was worth the money to replace it after the car has been stripped to get access to it........ time will tell !