Removing and installing coolant pipe leading to oil filter bracket — AUDI

🧭 Before you start

Fits: Audi A8 D3 (4E, 2002–2010)

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• A second mechanic is required for removing the subframe.

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📋 Procedure

1. Remove engine .
2. Remove exhaust manifold (right-side) .
3. Screw down spindles of support elements (2) (left and right) at subframe as far as possible.
4. Remove locating lugs from spindles.
5. Take out subframe (3) from the side. [Note: A second mechanic is required for removing the subframe.]

6. Screw down spindles of support elements (1) (left and right) at engine cross member (4) as far as possible.
7. Remove bolts (arrows) for engine mounting (left and right-side)
8. Take out engine cross member.
9. Unscrew wiring harness from engine support (1).
10. Remove engine support (arrows).
11. Remove stud (1).
12. Unbolt coolant pipe from oil filter housing (2).
13. Unbolt coolant pipe from engine (1).
14. Detach coolant pipe (2) and remove.

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