Q7 Quattro V8-4.2L (BAR) (2008)
Air Line: Removal and Replacement
Connector Piece, Replacing
Connector Piece, Replacing
Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required
‹› Air Hose Pliers (VAS 6228)
‹› Torque Wrench (V.A.G 1783)
‹› Standard socket open end 12 mm
If connector leaks, if air line is long enough, it can be shortened by 10 mm and a new connecting piece installed.
‹› Clean separation point area before disconnecting air line connector.
‹› Contaminants entering the lines can lead to system malfunction.
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Clean connector piece area.
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Remove connector piece and air line.
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Remove cutting ring from air line.
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Using (VAS 6228), cut air line behind pressure point from cutting ring at right angle.
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Then mark air line ends in vehicle with a waterproof pen.
With 17 mm or 22 mm markings, check whether connector piece is inserted far enough in air line.
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Always replace connector piece.
Always observe tightening specification!
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Install new connector piece by hand and tighten. Refer to => [ Tightening Specifications ] See: Compressor/Pump/Service and Repair/Air Supply
Unit and Solenoid Valve Block Assembly Overview.
Only remove transport protection caps - 2 - and - 3 - after connecting air line - 4 -.