A6 Quattro Sedan V6-3.2L (BKH) (2005)
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Disconnect connector - 1 - for wiring to air conditioning compressor clutch solenoid.
CAUTION: The air conditioning refrigerant circuit must not be opened.
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Remove air conditioning compressor from bracket - arrows -.
NOTE: To prevent damage to the refrigerant lines/hoses, ensure that the lines and hoses are not stretched, kinked or bent.
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Hang up air conditioning compressor with attached lines on left side of vehicle.
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Remove bolts - 1 through 4 - and remove heat shield.
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Remove nuts - 1 - and - 8 - and remove bracket for heat shield.
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Remove nuts - 2 through 7 - and - 9 - and remove exhaust manifold.
Installing
Installation is in reverse order of removal, note the following:
NOTE: Replace gaskets and self-locking nuts.