Audi Workshop Service and Repair Manuals

Removing and installing radiator Special tools and workshop equipment required

t  Drip tray for workshop hoist -VAS 6208-

t  Spring type clip pliers -VAS 5024 A- Removing   Note If there are slight impressions on the fins, refer to → Chapter.   WARNING Hot steam or hot coolant can escape when expansion tank is opened; cover filler cap with cloth and open carefully. –  Open filler cap on coolant expansion tank.

–  Disconnect intake connecting pipe -1- using spring-type clip pliers -VAS 5024 A-. –  Unscrew intake connecting pipe from lock carrier -arrows- and remove.

–  Unscrew bolts -1- from above. –  Remove noise insulation → Rep. gr.50.

–  Remove air pipe -1 and 2- for charge air cooler.

–  Unplug electrical connector -2-. –  Unscrew the bolts -3- and remove radiator cowl from below. –  Place drip tray for workshop hoist -VAS 6208- beneath engine.

–  To drain off coolant, detach bottom coolant hose -arrow-.

–  Detach electrical connector -1- at longitudinal member (left-side) from bracket. –  Remove retainer for connector -2-.

–  Unplug electrical connector at bonnet lock -1-. –  Detach top coolant hose from radiator -2-.

–  Unscrew bolts -arrows- on backside of radiator. –  Lift up radiator slightly and remove upwards. Installing Installation is carried out in the reverse order; note the following: l  Tightening torques → Chapter –  Install air pipes with plug-in connectors → Chapter. –  Fill up with coolant → Chapter.