I got mine next day after ordering it in the afternoon. Really happy with the service.
A few pics I took while doing the work below.
Tools needed:
Torx screw drivers - wheel arches bumper trim etc.
Ratchet set with extension and bits - headlight and intercooler.
Screwdriver for prising up the intercooler pipe clips.
Philips Screwdriver for removing the intercooler sensor.
You won't need a jack or lift.
Few tips....
The 3 wheel arch cover screws on each side of the car that insert into the bumper can be easily removed by turning the wheel full lock instead of jacking up removing the wheels.
Don't forget to release the temp sensor from the passenger side of the bumper before removing it from the car. Its easier to pop it out of the bumper than disconnecting the connector.
The top intercooler screw and pipe clip is accessible by removing the drivers headlight. The other screws and lower pipe is accessible from under the front of the car.
When removing the intercooler, be careful not to damage the sensor wiring for the attached sensor. The wiring is long enough to drop the intercooler without removing it.
There were a few minorly bent radiator fins upon arrival. This is normal even with VW genuine ones. I straightened them with a small flat head screwdriver. Not important, but I prefer things to be as perfect as possible. Just be gentle if you do this as you don't want to damage the aluminium.
Use the sensor screws provided on the new intercooler, the existing intercooler sensor screws won't fit.
Before you start to reassemble the car, test the intercooler... Rev the engine to ensure the intercooler pipework is secured and doesn't blow off. Doing this saved me stripping the car down as the lower pipe was not correctly secured and popped off.
There is a cowl to channel air over the intercooler that you will need to unclip from the original and transfer to the new intercooler. It will probably be covered in dirty and oil. Cleaning it while off is worth while. I always like to clean as I go. Keeps things tidy and new oil marks will be apparent.
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