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Removing and installing thermostat for large coolant circuit - all engine codes except CUKB, CXUA — AUDI

Removing and installing thermostat for large coolant circuit - all engine codes except CUKB, CXUA on Audi: 10 steps, engines CJZA, CMBA, CPTA, CSSA.

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

10 steps 12 engine codes

🧭 Before you start

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

  • Opens: coolant
  • Special tools named: T10527/1
  • Renewed: seal

Don't miss

  • Disregard (arrows).
  • Do not reuse coolant.

🔧 Engine codes this applies to

📋 Procedure

  1. Drain coolant .
  2. Unplug electrical connector (1) at charge pressure sender G31 / intake air temperature sender 2G299. [Note: Disregard (arrows).]
  3. Move air hoses clear at air pipe.
  4. Release fasteners (arrows) with release tool T10527 and T10527/1, and detach air pipe (1).
  5. Release hose clip (4) and detach coolant hose (3).
CJZA? Steps differ between engine variants — check this job against your exact car before you commit to it. Check my car — free →
  1. Remove bolts (arrows) and detach cover (2) from thermostat housing.
  2. Turn thermostat anti-clockwise (arrow) using special wrench T10508 and detach. [Note: Renew seal.]
  3. Lubricate seal lightly with coolant.
  4. Bring thermostat into position with special wrench T10508, press down slightly and turn clockwise (arrow) as far as stop. [Note: Do not reuse coolant.]
  5. Fill up with coolant .

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Workshop data on this page last updated 20 Sep 2026.