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Removing and installing secondary air inlet valve N112 — AUDI

Removing and installing secondary air inlet valve N112 on Audi: 13 steps, engines CADA, CAEB, CAED, CDNB.

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

13 steps 32 engine codes engine codes merged from 6 documented variants

🧭 Before you start

Fits: Audi A3 (8V, 2012–2020); platform code 85

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  • Disregard (item 3).
  • Disregard (items 1, 3).

📋 Procedure

  1. Remove engine cover panel .
  2. Unfasten and detach screw-type clip (2).
  3. Unscrew nuts (1, 4) and tie up catalytic converter. [Note: Disregard (item 3).]
  4. Remove noise insulation (front) General body repairs, exterior66Noise insulation; Removing and installing noise insulation.
  5. Unplug electrical connector (4) and move wiring clear.
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  1. Remove nuts (2) and press coolant pump for high-voltage battery V590 towards side. [Note: Disregard (items 1, 3).]
  2. Remove bolts (arrows) and detach heat shield for drive shaft (right-side).
  3. Remove bolts (arrows) and detach bracket (1) for catalytic converter.
  4. Press release tabs on both sides and disconnect secondary air hose (2).
  5. Remove bolts (arrows) and detach heat shield (1).
  6. Unplug electrical connector (2).
  7. Unscrew bolts (arrows) and detach secondary air inlet valve (1).
  8. Install engine cover panel .

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Workshop data on this page last updated 20 Sep 2026.