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Removing and installing lower part of sump: Audi (CFPA, CWVA)

Step-by-step removing and installing lower part of sump for the Audi (CFPA/CWVA): 14 steps. What to remove, in what order, and what to check after.

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

14 steps 2 engine codes engine codes merged from 2 documented variants

🧭 Before you start

Fits: platform codes S1, 2H

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  • Observe use-by date of silicone sealant.The sump must be installed within 5 minutes of applying silicone sealing compound.
  • Risk of eye injury.Wear safety goggles. — Remove sealant residue from bottom part of sump, e.g. with rotating plastic brush.
  • Cut off nozzle of tube at front marking (diameter of nozzle approx. 3 mm).

🔧 Engine codes this applies to

📋 Procedure

  1. Support engine with support bracket10 - 222 A.
  2. Unscrew bolts for right and left engine mounting .
  3. Raise engine by approx. 15 cm.
  4. Remove underbody guard, if fitted General body repairs, exterior66Underbody guard.
  5. Drain off engine oil.
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  1. Unscrew bolts (1 … 20).
  2. Remove sump; if necessary, loosen using light blows with a rubber-headed hammer. [Note: Observe use-by date of silicone sealant.The sump must be installed within 5 minutes of applying silicone sealing compound.]
  3. Remove sealant residues from sump upper part with a flat scraper.
  4. ⚠ Risk of eye injury.Wear safety goggles. — Remove sealant residue from bottom part of sump, e.g. with rotating plastic brush.
  5. Clean sealing surfaces until they are all oil- and grease-free.
  6. Cut off nozzle of tube at front marking (diameter of nozzle approx. 3 mm).
  7. Apply the bead of silicone sealant to the clean sealing surface of the sump (bottom section), as illustrated. [Note: The sump must be installed within 5 minutes of applying silicone sealing compound.The bead of sealant must not be thicker than specified, otherwise excess sealant can enter the sump and obstruct the strainer in the oil intake pipe.Let sealing compound dry for approx. 30 minutes after installing oil sump. Only then fill with engine oil.]
  8. Fit lower part of sump immediately and tighten bolts in three stages.
  9. Top up engine oil, oil capacities .

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Workshop data on this page last updated 20 Sep 2026.