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Removing and installing front coolant pipe - vehicles from 05.2003 — AUDI

Removing and installing front coolant pipe - vehicles from 05.2003 on Audi: 18 steps, engines BCY, BRV.

Workshop procedure for AUDI — the exact step sequence and torque figures, straight from real workshop data.

18 steps 2 engine codes

🧭 Before you start

Fits: Audi A6 C5 (4B)

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🔧 Engine codes this applies to

📋 Procedure

  1. Remove lock carrier .
  2. Remove toothed belt .
  3. Detach camshaft sprocket.
  4. Unscrew idler roller (arrow).
  5. Slacken nuts (1).
BCY? Steps differ between engine variants — check this job against your exact car before you commit to it. Check my car — free →
  1. Remove bolts (2) and detach toothed belt cover (rear).
  2. Remove intake manifold .
  3. Disconnect coolant hoses (1) and (2) from front coolant pipe.
  4. Remove bolt (3).
  5. Detach coolant hose (arrow) at coolant circuit valve N214.
  6. Remove bolts (2) and (4) and detach bracket (1) for air pipe.
  7. Detach front coolant pipe (3). [Note: Renew O-ring.Secure all hose connections with the correct type of hose clips (same as original equipment) Parts catalogue.]
  8. Install toothed belt (adjust valve timing) .
  9. Install lock carrier with attachments 50.
  10. Install front bumper 63.
  11. Install air cleaner housing .
  12. Fill up with coolant .
  13. Adjust headlights 94.

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Workshop data on this page last updated 20 Sep 2026.