Removing and installing actuator for engine temperature regulation N493 - vehicles with engine codes CJSA, CJSB, CJXB, CJXC, CJXF, CYFB — AUDI

🧭 Before you start

Fits: Audi A3 (8V, 2012–2020); platform code 85

• Renewed: gaskets
• Also covered elsewhere: Electronic parts catalogue

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• Disregard (item 2).
• Renew gaskets and O-rings.
• After renewing or removing and installing, adaption must be performed using , Guided Functions, 01 - Adapt engine temperature control element -493

🔧 Engine codes this applies to

📋 Procedure

1. Remove coolant pump .
2. Remove throttle valve module J338.
3. Lift retaining clips (1) and disconnect coolant hoses. [Note: Disregard (item 2).]
4. Unplug electrical connector (1) from actuator for engine temperature regulation N493.
5. Remove bolts (1 ... 5).

6. Detach actuator for engine temperature regulation N493 from centring pins and pull actuator off engine oil cooler. [Note: Renew gaskets and O-rings.]
7. Lubricate new O-rings (4) lightly with coolant, for coolant refer to Electronic parts catalogue.
8. Check whether the two centring pins are fitted in the cylinder block; install if necessary.
9. Fit connecting piece (2) into engine oil cooler (1).
10. Push actuator for engine temperature regulation N493(3) onto connecting piece and centring pins in cylinder block.
11. Tighten bolts for actuator for engine temperature regulation N493.
12. Install coolant pump .
13. Fill up with coolant .
14. After renewing or removing and installing, adaption must be performed using , Guided Functions, 01 - Adapt engine temperature control element -493

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