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Removing and installing radiator cowl - vehicles up to 10.2004 — AUDI

Removing and installing radiator cowl - vehicles up to 10.2004 on Audi: 17 steps, engines AVB, AVF, AWX, BKE.

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

17 steps 7 engine codes

🧭 Before you start

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

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  • Observe rules for cleanliness when working on automatic gearbox 00.

🔧 Engine codes this applies to

📋 Procedure

  1. Vehicles with auxiliary heater: remove bolts (arrows) securing exhaust pipe for auxiliary/additional heater to noise insulation.
  2. Release quick-release fasteners (1) and (2) and take off front noise insulation. Leave rear noise insulation in position.
  3. Remove bumper cover (front) 63.
  4. Move lock carrier to service position 50. [Note: Observe rules for cleanliness when working on automatic gearbox 00.]
  5. Place used oil collection and extraction unitV.A.G 1782 under engine.
AVB? Steps differ between engine variants — check this job against your exact car before you commit to it. Check my car — free →
  1. Remove ATF lines (top (arrow) and bottom) from radiator: 37.
  2. Tie ATF lines up onto longitudinal member to prevent fluid escaping.
  3. Seal off open pipes/lines and connections with clean plugs from engine bung setVAS 6122.
  4. If fitted, detach electrical connector (3) for radiator fan.
  5. Unbolt radiator fan control unit (2).
  6. Unplug electrical connector (1) at bonnet lock switch.
  7. Move wiring clear.
  8. Unscrew and remove radiator cowl (arrows).
  9. Secure ATF lines 37.
  10. Install lock carrier with attachments 50.
  11. Install bumper cover (front) 63.
  12. Check ATF level 37.

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Workshop data on this page last updated 20 Sep 2026.