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Volkswagen Golf Mk7 Service & Repair Manual: In the event of leaking or damaged components (apart from the air conditioner compressor, receiver or reservoir)

This section covers component renewal on the Volkswagen Golf Mk7 refrigerant circuit — apart from the compressor, receiver or reservoir — covering both fully empty and partially charged circuits.

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In the event of leaking or damaged components (apart from the air conditioner compressor, receiver or reservoir) — Volkswagen Golf Mk7

What do I do for a leaking Golf Mk7 AC component (not compressor/receiver)?
Drain the circuit, replace the part, renew seals, check and replenish oil, evacuate and recharge.
Renewing components
All components of the refrigerant circuit submitted for quality monitoring must always be sealed (use the original sealing caps from the genuine part). ...

If the refrigerant circuit was completely empty
Remove defective part. –  Remove air conditioner compressor. –  Remove oil drain screw from air conditione ...