This is very educative, I have the same VW Passat and after deciding to do Some changes my mechanics are still fixing the car for the past 4 months. It’s a long story, I will just say my mechanic is not fit for his job because he did a whole bunch of errors in my car system by glueing the water heater hole and even choked it will a bolt it’s terrible, you just gave me the biggest lecture of my Life. I will send pictures of his works currently so you can see for yourself. After watching your video. I can say boldly that I will fix my car from over heating problems.
I am fixing my son’s 2003, he rear ended a pickup which broke radiator support, fan, fender, hood. I got parts from LKQ and also replaced water pump and front timing belt while the entire front end was off. When I got all of the radiator and support back otI filled it with water and found the flange was leaking. I had the same problem you have, but I luckily have a garage rented to a gentleman that worked at an Audi dealer for a few years. These things have what’s called a service position in the front, you can remove the bumper cover and take some of the bolts off of the bumper shocks and slide the front out 4-5 inches to access the front. This also allows access to the front motor mount, which you can loosen with the engine supported by jack, then lower the front a couple of inches and have a helluva lot more room to access water flange. Look at the directions for water pump replacement for the exact bolts to remove to get the front into service position
My coolant hose connector just broke 😭 so I’ll be using this video to replace it, these stupid little crammmed motors are a pain to work on towards the back of the firewall 😂, most of the cheap plastic cooling parts aren’t made to last long 😅 so as a 17 year this is gonna be a great project 👍
I need to fix the overheating issue and get this out of my shop for the next one. Patients and Got the other new seals today. Going to make more of these kind of videos. These projects take time but it is a learning experience and also saving money big time. Peace Bro.
I had the same problem because the new ) ring was not positioned correctly. I tightened the lower one to the point of pulling the brass insert out of the flange creating more of a problem. I have since taken that whole area apart and c clamped the brass insert back in with a small c clamp. New seal and cleaned up everything. Ready to reinstall. The 10mm bolts don't need to be tightened heavy. The seal needs to be in place correctly. I will let you know when I put it back together again. The rest of the flange is correct and this has been a difficult job.
That settup is the worst ever. Why couldn't they just have rubber hose and clamps. And most rhe replacement don't come with more than one rubber o ring. Nice video though.
I agree with you. The deal is though. I needed to fix this so I could sell the car and I Did. Happy Person bought it and never heard from him again. Now I can work on the Hondas and one toyota I have. Thanks for watching.
This is very educative, I have the same VW Passat and after deciding to do
Some changes my mechanics are still fixing the car for the past 4 months. It’s a long story, I will just say my mechanic is not fit for his job because he did a whole bunch of errors in my car system by glueing the water heater hole and even choked it will a bolt it’s terrible, you just gave me the biggest lecture of my Life. I will send pictures of his works currently so you can see for yourself. After watching your video. I can say boldly that I will fix my car from over heating problems.
Right on. This Passat tested my nerves. I am a Honda / Toyota person. Have a great day. Take your time and do the best you can. Cheers!
I am fixing my son’s 2003, he rear ended a pickup which broke radiator support, fan, fender, hood. I got parts from LKQ and also replaced water pump and front timing belt while the entire front end was off. When I got all of the radiator and support back otI filled it with water and found the flange was leaking. I had the same problem you have, but I luckily have a garage rented to a gentleman that worked at an Audi dealer for a few years. These things have what’s called a service position in the front, you can remove the bumper cover and take some of the bolts off of the bumper shocks and slide the front out 4-5 inches to access the front. This also allows access to the front motor mount, which you can loosen with the engine supported by jack, then lower the front a couple of inches and have a helluva lot more room to access water flange. Look at the directions for water pump replacement for the exact bolts to remove to get the front into service position
That Coolant flange was one Heck of a Time. Thank You for commenting and giving your expertise here. Awesome.
My coolant hose connector just broke 😭 so I’ll be using this video to replace it, these stupid little crammmed motors are a pain to work on towards the back of the firewall 😂, most of the cheap plastic cooling parts aren’t made to last long 😅 so as a 17 year this is gonna be a great project 👍
Sometimes a simple fix can be very tedious with the engineering these days....Nice job....Good stuff....
I need to fix the overheating issue and get this out of my shop for the next one. Patients and Got the other new seals today. Going to make more of these kind of videos. These projects take time but it is a learning experience and also saving money big time. Peace Bro.
@@ZPDSurvival Nice to save some money.....
@@scottf.3808 I never have much money. My Concept is to learn to fix things myself. Re purpose things and Survive. : )
Thanks
I hope that helped. Just take your time. Car ran great after this and I sold it.
The 2 10mm bots that go to the flange that hold the coolant inlet hose don’t seem to want to tighten. Any ideas? It’s a new flange
I had the same problem because the new ) ring was not positioned correctly. I tightened the lower one to the point of pulling the brass insert out of the flange creating more of a problem. I have since taken that whole area apart and c clamped the brass insert back in with a small c clamp. New seal and cleaned up everything. Ready to reinstall. The 10mm bolts don't need to be tightened heavy. The seal needs to be in place correctly. I will let you know when I put it back together again. The rest of the flange is correct and this has been a difficult job.
Good shit
Thank You. I hope this helped.
I will never buy a German car again total headache to work on. It’s not fun at all and i love working on cars.
I got this car running and working well then sold it. I am All Honda and Older Toyota's. Totally agree with you. Enjoy your weekend.
But my daughter wanted a Passat back then. Now she has a Honda Accord. LOL!!
That settup is the worst ever. Why couldn't they just have rubber hose and clamps. And most rhe replacement don't come with more than one rubber o ring. Nice video though.
I agree with you. The deal is though. I needed to fix this so I could sell the car and I Did. Happy Person bought it and never heard from him again. Now I can work on the Hondas and one toyota I have. Thanks for watching.