Problem with 97 Golf Conv Hydraulic hood pump

Sep 02, 2003 3 Replies

I have a 1997 Golf 1.8 Convertible the electric hood has stopped working, due to the hydraulic fluid leaking out from a crack in the plastic reservoir on the end of the pump.



The part number of the pump is 1EO 871 791 A all I need is the plastic reservoir dome on the end but I feel I may have to get the whole pump.



Does anyone know how to disconnect the hydraulic pipes from the pump they seem to have special connections, I suppose due to the pressure.



If anyone can help or point me in the right direction I would be grateful.



In the morning I will be ringing VW for the price of the part, but I have a feeling that it will be very expensive.



John


Problem sorted VW sell the plastic reservoir separately for £20, otherwise it would have been a complete pump at £580.

John

I'd recommend advertising in "Tongs and Curlers Monthly" then

I think that comment should be bottom-posted, right back where the crap belongs, then get your mum to change your nappy.

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