Q7 Quattro V8-4.2L (BAR) (2008)
‹› Close all open lines and connections at pass-through with suitable caps (avoid dirt and moisture from entering the system).
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Remove bolts - D -.
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Remove left side wall trim in luggage compartment.
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Remove bolts - A - and disconnect refrigerant lines - B - and - C -.
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Mark the arrangement of coolant hoses - D - and - E - in retaining plate - F - and then remove them.
Installing
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Check seal on under side of retaining plate - F - for damage (seal at body) and install it (tightening torque of bolts 10 Nm).
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Replace O-ring seals on refrigerant lines to retaining plate (installing => [ Refrigerant Line Connection Points ] See: Heating and Air
Conditioning/Service and Repair/Overhaul/Refrigerant Line Connection Points)
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Install refrigerant lines on retaining plate (tightening torque of bolts 10 Nm, => [ Refrigerant Line Connection Points ] See: Heating and Air
Conditioning/Service and Repair/Overhaul/Refrigerant Line Connection Points).
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Install refrigerant hoses - D - and - E - in retaining plate - F -, while doing this check for correct assignment and correct fit in retaining plate.
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Connect coolant hose - A - to coolant pipe - E - (coolant hose - B - is not connected for the time being).