A4 Quattro Wagon V6-2.8L (AHA) (1998)
Oil Pan: Service and Repair
VIN 8D-W-005 001
Oil Pan (Upper Part) and Oil Pan (Lower Part), Removing and Installing
Special tools and equipment
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Drill with plastic brush attachment
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Sealant D 454 300 A2
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Torque wrench 10 Nm - 45 Nm
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Switch ignition off and disconnect battery Ground (GND).
CAUTION: Before disconnecting the battery, determine the correct coding for the anti-theft radio.
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Withdraw dipstick.
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Unbolt dipstick tube at right-front of cylinder head, pull up and remove.
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Remove noise insulation panel (arrows).
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Lock carrier in service position. Refer to Engine, disassembling and assembling.
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Open engine coolant expansion tank cap.
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Place VAG1306 drip tray beneath engine.
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Turn radiator drain plug counterclockwise (arrow). If needed, attach tube to connection flange.
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Open coolant pump bearing housing drain plug as well (arrow).
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Drain engine coolant.
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Drain engine oil.
Collect engine oil in appropriate receptacle.
Vehicles with automatic transmission
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Unbolt oil cooler line bracket from right-side of oil pan.