Need a tutorial for intake manifold removal

[giink]

Does a tutorial/pictorial already exist that explains the step by step procedures for removing an intake manifold from a 2000 Beetle/manual w/2.0 engine? So far I have removed the wiper arms and windshield area cowl and also removed the sort of metal shroud in the engine area against the firewall. I see approximately 3 allen bolts on the front but can't see any rear bolts? Maybe underneath? Anyways, I do want to replace the fuel injectors and I have found a decent tutorial for that procedure.

[Opelmania]

No need to pull off the wipers and cowl. There are 5 allen bolts towards the front of the car and 2 bigger allen bolts on the back side. I just felt them and undid them blind. Go in from the passenger side of the motor and you'll be able to feel them.

[giink]

Once you felt the (2) rear bolts... how were you able to access them? From underneath? What specific sort of tool did you use?

[giink]

Great Photograph! Could you also explain to me which hoses or parts need to be removed (locations, etc.) so I can lift it out of the vehicle exactly like in your photograph?

Thank you!

[Opelmania]

Just use an L shaped allen wrench and reach around from the back left side of the engine. Can't remember the size for the life of me. Maybe 8mm. I only pulled off the plastic hose for the secondary air pump really then held the intake up with a coat hanger and zip ties hooked to the hood. Here are some pics when I did my spark plugs. I've pulled off the intake completely once and painted one, then 2 other times replacing plugs.

[giink]

Nice pics! I may have a few more questions once I begin... ordered the fuel injectors today so maybe in a week or so.

Thank you once again for all of your help,
David

[Opelmania]

You bet. That's what this org is all about. I don't have web access at home so I am not on on the weekends usually. Only Saturday mornings every 2 weeks.

Joel

[mlt]

Originally Posted by giink

Anyways, I do want to replace the fuel injectors and I have found a decent tutorial for that procedure.

Would you share a link, please? It is on my todo list.

[giink]

All set! Thanks once again for all your help.

David

[giink]

Hi Mlt, I used a Haynes Manual specifically for the New Beetle. There's a section on fuel injector removal and installation... no link. But I'd be happy to answer any questions you may have.

David

[Opelmania]

Originally Posted by giink

All set! Thanks once again for all your help.

David

NP David! Glad it worked out for you!

Joel