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Skoda Octavia VRS 162 tsi 2016 45,000km It appears my water pump thermostat kit unit has crapped itself. The usual story similar to others, engine temp light and coolant low light came on, topped up coolant and took it to a garage. They quoted me $1200 Aud for the water pump and thermometer replacement + for labour. I cannot afford this at this current time so I'd do it myself with a mechanic friend of mine. I ordered the pump and thermostat kit (part number 06L121111H) and we have our first problem. The gasket of the thermostat kit has two holes open, however the gasket of the new unit has one hole sealed (see how my finger can't go through) and one hole open. (See photos) My question is : - Is it supposed to have one hole sealed? - assuming it is supposed to be sealed, how come the holes in the old gasket are both open? - any words of wisdom/advice on this job? We are currently following this guide: https://blog.fcpeuro.com/how-to-replace-water-pump-thermostat-housing-mk7-vw-gti-beetle-jetta-macan%3fhs_amp=true Thanks in advance!https://www.google.com.au/amp/s/blog.fcpeuro.com/how-to-replace-water-pump-thermostat-housing-mk7-vw-gti-beetle-jetta-macan%3fhs_amp=true