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A3 Mk2

Removing and installing fuel cooler
Removing and installing fuel cooler
  Note
The fuel cooler is located on the underbody (right-side).
Special tools and workshop equipment required
t  Drip tray for workshop hoist -VAS 6208-
   
Removing
Observe safety precautions → Chapter.
Observe rules for cleanliness → Chapter.
–  Remove underbody cover (right-side) -arrows-.
–  Place drip tray for workshop hoist -VAS 6208- under underbody.
  WARNING
t  The fuel system is pressurised. Wrap a cloth around the connection before opening the system. Then release pressure by carefully loosening the connection.
t  In extreme cases the temperature of the fuel lines and the fuel can be up to 100 °C after the engine is switched off. Allow the fuel to cool down before disconnecting the lines - danger of scalding.
t  Wear protective gloves.
t  Wear safety goggles.
  A10-1663
–  Detach fuel pipes from fuel cooler -arrows-.
–  Unbolt nuts -1- and -3- and remove fuel cooler -2-.
Installing
Install in reverse order.
Tightening torque
  A20-1114
ComponentNm
Fuel cooler to underbody20

   

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