Removing and installing hose connection with thermostat: Audi A4 Cabriolet B6/B7 / A4 B6/B7 (ASB, BKN, BMK, BNG, …)

🧭 Before you start

Fits: Audi A4 Cabriolet B6/B7 (8H), Audi A4 B6/B7 (8E)

• Opens: coolant
• Renewed: o-ring

🔧 Engine codes this applies to

📋 Procedure

1. Drain off coolant .
2. Move lock carrier to service position .
3. Carefully pull engine cover panel off four retaining pins one after the other (arrows).
4. Remove poly V-belt .
5. Disconnect coolant hose (1).

6. Unscrew bolts (arrows) and take out hose connection with thermostat. [Note: Renew O-ring.Hose connections and hoses for charge air system must be free of oil and grease before assembly.Secure all hose connections with the correct type of hose clips (same as original equipment) Electronic parts catalogue.To ensure that the charge air hoses can be properly secured at their connections, spray rust remover onto the worm thread of used hose clips before installing.]
7. Clean sealing surface.
8. Install poly V-belt .
9. Install lock carrier with attachments 50.
10. Install bumper cover (front) 63.
11. Fill cooling system .

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