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A3 Mk2

Removing and installing air cleaner housing
Removing and installing air cleaner housing
   
Removing
  Note
Fit all cable ties in the original positions when installing.
–  Lift off engine cover panel -1--arrows-.
  A10-11111
–  Pull cover -1- off air duct (release clip on side).
–  Unclip air duct -2-.
  A10-1878
–  Release hose clips -1- and -2- and disconnect air hoses.
–  Remove bolt -3- and detach air cleaner housing from retaining pegs.
Installing
Installation is carried out in the reverse order; note the following:
l  Tightening torques → Chapter „Air cleaner - exploded view“
  Note
t  Hose connections and air pipes and hoses must be free of oil and grease before assembly.
t  Do not use any lubricants containing silicone when assembling.
t  Secure all hose connections with the correct type of hose clips (same as original equipment) → Electronic parts catalogue.
t  To ensure that the air hoses can be properly secured at their connections, spray rust remover onto the worm thread of used hose clips before installing.
–  Check for dirt and leaves in air duct going from lock carrier to air cleaner housing.
  A24-10945

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