Volkswagen Touran Frost Plug
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FREE UK Delivery: On orders over £25
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Click & Collect: Branches nationwide
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Brand FEBI Outer Diameter [mm] 24 Please select your preferred brand or option-
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FREE UK Delivery: On orders over £25
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Click & Collect: Branches nationwide
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Low Price Promise
Fitment Info
Brand FEBI Weight [kg] 0.02 Outer Diameter [mm] 36.6 Please select your preferred brand or option-
BronzeAftermarket quality product – value for money
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Understanding the Importance of the Frost Plug in Your Volkswagen Touran
Within the robust crankcase of your Volkswagen Touran lies an often-overlooked component known as the frost plug. This small but crucial part plays a vital role in the protection of your engine during freezing conditions. Frost plugs, also known as core plugs or freeze plugs, are designed to prevent the cracking of the engine block by relieving pressure build-up caused by frozen coolant.
Identifying Issues with the Frost Plug
Over time, frost plugs can corrode or become dislodged, leading to coolant leaks and potential engine overheating. It's important for Volkswagen Touran owners to be vigilant for signs of frost plug failure. Symptoms may include visible coolant leaks, low coolant levels, and fluctuations in engine temperature. Regular inspections of the engine parts can help detect such issues early, ensuring the longevity and performance of your vehicle's engine.
Choosing the Right Frost Plug for Your Touran
When it comes to selecting a replacement frost plug for your Volkswagen Touran, it's essential to choose a part that matches the specifications of your vehicle. The correct size and material are crucial to ensure a proper fit and to maintain the integrity of your engine's cooling system. Using high-quality replacement parts can save you from costly repairs and downtime in the future.
Professional Installation and Maintenance
Replacing a frost plug is a task that requires precision and expertise. It's recommended to seek the assistance of a professional mechanic to ensure that the new frost plug is installed correctly. Regular maintenance checks should also include an examination of the frost plug to prevent any potential issues from developing.
In conclusion, the frost plug is a small but essential component of your Volkswagen Touran's engine. Paying attention to its condition and ensuring timely replacement when needed can help protect your engine from severe damage. For a comprehensive selection of Touran Volkswagen car parts, including high-quality frost plugs, visit our main parts page.
Frost Plug
Here at GSF Car Parts, we have a range of frost plugs to ensure your car’s engine works to its optimum performance. We have many options for different makes and models — simply enter your registration number or make and model into the box above to find the right one for your vehicle. Our trusted auto partners have sourced and supplied all our frost plugs.
What is a Frost Plug?
Frost plugs (also called freeze plugs, engine core plugs, or engine block expansion plugs) are critical to your engine's coolant system. They fill casting holes that are created when the engine block and cylinder head have been cast. Also, if your water freezes, the frost plugs move to release pressure. They keep the coolant from leaking out.
If the frost plug fails or is broken, your coolant will leak out and cause the engine to overheat.
What Other Engine Parts do we Stock?
Our crankcase spares are perfect for servicing and repairing your vehicle’s crankcase, including breather valves, gasket sets, engine blocks and much more!
We also stock various engine parts for crankcases, crankcase drives, cylinder heads, engine mounts, including gasket sets, pistons, camshafts, and breather valves.
For other repairs or servicing on your car, we have a full range of car parts, from service, engine, transmission, exhaust, electrics, fuel and emissions, braking systems, and cooling and heating parts. All are sourced from our trusted and reliable auto partners.
Shop Frost Plugs at GSF Car Parts Online and In-Store
All our frost plugs are from trusted brands in the motoring industry, so you can count on them to be reliable and of excellent quality. Plus, our low-price promise means you can always expect great value too.
We offer free UK delivery on all online orders over £25, plus 60-day returns*. We also know you want to get your car up and running as soon as possible, which is why we offer a Click and Collect service that allows you to get your new frost plug in just an hour.
So, buy frost plugs from us with confidence today. Or if you’re close to one of our 180 store locations across the UK & Ireland, drop by. Our experienced staff will be able to direct you to the correct part for your vehicle.