MK5 Golf GTI

All Things Mk5 => Mk5 General Area => Topic started by: ReflexRob on September 18, 2015, 01:09:22 pm

Title: 2005 Standard manual GTI - Thermostat query
Post by: ReflexRob on September 18, 2015, 01:09:22 pm

Afternoon fellas

VW have supplied me with what I believe is the main thermostat for my 2005 manual GTI with AXX engine.

Does this look correct?

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fy118%2FWHATDOIDO%2FIMAG2672.jpg&hash=0dc8768515bd38753f4a087006ae6a9a3d5e5f3c)

Title: Re: 2005 Standard manual GTI - Thermostat query
Post by: dazza on September 18, 2015, 01:15:26 pm

That looks correct. I found the front pipe the hardest its a hard line. There are two triple square screws holding it in place once you find these its easy.

Title: Re: 2005 Standard manual GTI - Thermostat query
Post by: ReflexRob on September 18, 2015, 02:49:25 pm

Thank you!

Is there a way to do it without removing the alternator and half the engine?!!!

Title: Re: 2005 Standard manual GTI - Thermostat query
Post by: dazza on September 18, 2015, 03:05:48 pm

Quote from: ReflexRob on September 18, 2015, 02:49:25 pm

Thank you!

Is there a way to do it without removing the alternator and half the engine?!!!

No the alternator will have to come out. Not that difficult to get out just have a pry bar ready.

http://www.pelicanparts.com/techarticles/Volkswagen_Golf_GTI_Mk_V/31-WATER-Replacing_Your_Thermostat/31-WATER-Replacing_Your_Thermostat.htm

Title: Re: 2005 Standard manual GTI - Thermostat query
Post by: ReflexRob on September 18, 2015, 05:06:18 pm

Thanks - yeah that's the guide I read. Wish it was an easy job!!!

Title: Re: 2005 Standard manual GTI - Thermostat query
Post by: perksy on September 18, 2015, 08:59:56 pm

Thinking about getting my thermostat done.

What temp should the car run at?  Middle position on the temp gauge is 90 - should it be there?

James

Title: Re: 2005 Standard manual GTI - Thermostat query
Post by: PT82 on September 18, 2015, 09:50:56 pm

Yeah, bang on 90.

Title: Re: 2005 Standard manual GTI - Thermostat query
Post by: perksy on September 18, 2015, 10:27:29 pm

Then I need a new thermostat!

James

Title: Re: 2005 Standard manual GTI - Thermostat query
Post by: stuart-88 on September 18, 2015, 11:53:24 pm

In case it makes you feel better, I have to do mine too. Fluctuates all over the place.  How much was the genuine thermostat housing?

Title: Re: 2005 Standard manual GTI - Thermostat query
Post by: ReflexRob on September 19, 2015, 07:10:12 pm

About 45 quid,  not bad but less manufacturing than the dv for the same!

Title: Re: 2005 Standard manual GTI - Thermostat query
Post by: PT82 on September 20, 2015, 10:17:17 am

Going to get mine done aswell. Is this the most up to date part number and suitable for a 2008 car?

06F121111F