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Volkswagen New Beetle. Manual - part 938

 

 

ADJUSTMENTS 

Prior to removing drive belt, mark direction of rotation with chalk. Serpentine belt is self-adjusting. For proper 
belt routing, see DRIVE BELT ROUTING . 

DRIVE BELT ROUTING 

NOTE:

Serpentine belt is self-adjusting. See Fig. 13 or Fig. 14 .

 

2003 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 

2002-04 ENGINE COOLING Specifications & Drive Belt Routing - 1.8L Turbo (Except Passat)

  

Fig. 13: Drive Belt Routing (With A/C) 
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN UNITED STATES, INC. 

Fig. 14: Drive Belt Routing (Without A/C) 
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COOLING SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS

 

2003 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 

2002-04 ENGINE COOLING Specifications & Drive Belt Routing - 1.8L Turbo (Except Passat)

  

COOLANT MIXTURE RECOMMENDATIONS

COOLING SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS 

Application

Specification

Freeze Point

Down To -13° F (- 25° C)

40% Coolant

Down To -31° F (- 35° C)

50% Coolant

Application

Specification

Coolant Capacity

(1)

 5.2 Qts. (5.0L)

Coolant Replacement Interval

(2)

Recommended Coolant Type

(3)

 G 012 A8 D

Thermostat

Starts To Open

185°F (85°C)

Fully Open

220°F (105°C)

Opening Stroke

.28" (7 mm)

(1)

Total coolant quantity may vary depending on vehicle equipment.

(2)

Manufacturer does not require routine coolant replacement. Coolant is only replaced during major 
repairs.

(3)

G12 coolant is Red in color. DO NOT mix Green and Red coolant. Mixing these two coolant types 
will cause severe engine damage.

 

2003 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 

2002-04 ENGINE COOLING Specifications & Drive Belt Routing - 1.8L Turbo (Except Passat)

  

2002-04 ENGINE COOLING

Specifications & Drive Belt Routing - 1.9L TDI (ALH Engine Code) 

ENGINE IDENTIFICATION 

Engine identification code is stamped between diesel injection pump and exhaust manifold, on cylinder block. 
See Fig. 1 . In addition, engine code and serial number are on a sticker on timing belt cover. Also engine code is 
listed on vehicle data plate. 

Fig. 1: Locating Engine Identification Code (1.9L TDI, ALH) 
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN UNITED STATES, INC. 

COMPONENT LOCATIONS 

COOLING SYSTEM IDENTIFICATION 

 

2003 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 

2002-04 ENGINE COOLING Specifications & Drive Belt Routing - 1.9L TDI (ALH Engine Code)

  

 

2003 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 

2002-04 ENGINE COOLING Specifications & Drive Belt Routing - 1.9L TDI (ALH Engine Code)

  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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