Converting Hardy Discs to Gate Connection

Converting Hardy Discs to Gate Connection

Removing

• Order the Adapter (07Z 260 361) before converting from Hardy Discs to a Gate Connection.

• The power steering pump must be replaced.

• Observe notes. Refer to => [ Engine Compartment Refrigerant Circuit Components, 2 Zone and 4 Zone ] Engine Compartment Refrigerant Circuit Components, 2 Zone and 4 Zone.

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

• Multi-point Adapter (3400)

• Counterhold (T10172) with Adapter (T10172/1)

• Torque Wrench (V.A.G 1332)

• Adapter (07Z 260 361)

- Remove engine.

- Remove the A/C compressor. Refer to => [ A/C Compressor and Bracket, Engine Codes: BAC, BLK, BPE and BPD ] A/C Compressor and Bracket, Engine Codes: BAC, BLK, BPE and BPD.

- Clamp A/C compressor in a vice with protective backings.

- Remove the flange at the overload protection - 5 -.

- Install Adapter (07Z 260 361) - 3 - in A/C compressor - 1 - overload protection - 2 -.





- Install take-up with free-running hub - 4 - on adapter - 3 -.

- Tighten take-up with free-running hub - 4 - with Multi-Point Adapter (3400).





- Lock A/C compressor with Counterhold (T10172) and Adapter (T10172/1) and tighten take-up with free-running hub.

Tightening specification: 80 Nm

Installing

Install in reverse order of removal.

• Should the take-up with free-running hub loosen without the adapter, clamp adapter upright in an appropriate vise with protective backings. This ensures loosening with Counterhold (T10172).