Removing engine cover panel: Audi A3 1.6 (BAG, BLF, BLP)

🧭 Before you start

Fits: Audi A3 (8P, 2003–2012)

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• Make sure no dirt gets into throttle valve module J338.
• Removing and installing air filter element 808
• Do not use silicone lubricants when installing the intake hose.

🔧 Engine codes this applies to

📐 22 workshop diagrams for BAG

Real factory drawings for this job — timing marks, bolt locations and routing. Locked in the free view.

📋 Procedure

1. Unclip air intake hose from air duct.
2. Unplug electrical connector at intake air temperature sender 2G299(2).
3. Detach vacuum hose from actuator for intake air preheater.
4. Pull out dipstick (1).
5. Pull off cover at locations marked with (arrows). [Note: Make sure no dirt gets into throttle valve module J338.]

6. Re-insert dipstick in guide tube. [Note: Removing and installing air filter element 808]
7. Check intake hose (section after filter element) for salt residue, dirt and leaves; vacuum out if necessary.
8. Check for dirt in air intake hose from air duct. [Note: Do not use silicone lubricants when installing the intake hose.]
9. Fit rubber mountings of cover onto pins affixed on engine
10. Push cover downwards at locations marked with (arrows).
11. Push oil dipstick (1) into guide tube as far as it will go.

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