Audi Workshop Service and Repair Manuals

Notes:

• ◆ After removing compressor, secure to chassis longitudinal member with wire or similar - do not leave compressor hanging from the refrigerant pipes.
• ◆ Do not drain the refrigerant circuit - do not remove refrigerant hoses from compressor.
• ◆ Mark direction of ribbed belt before removing - reversing the direction of rotation can destroy the belt.
• ◆ When removing the compressor, specially note pressure switch -F88 installed on the power steering pump.
• ◆ Remove secondary air pump -V101 from vehicles that have one installed.

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• ‒ Removing ribbed belt.

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• ‒ Remove noise insulation and division between engine compartment and right wheel housing.

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• ‒ Remove power steering pump from bracket.

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• ‒ → Remove bolts -A- (tightening torque 45 Nm).

Notes:

• ◆ Before inserting the compressor, push slide bush -B- completely into the compressor hole.
• ◆ Removing and installing compressor bracket

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