Audi Workshop Service and Repair Manuals

Removing and installing sump Special tools and workshop equipment required

t  Allen key, long reach -T10058- Removing l  Engine oil drained → Booklet811 or → Booklet812. –  Remove subframe → Rep. gr.40.

–  Unscrew nut -arrow- on longitudinal member (right-side) and move earth cables clear.

–  Unplug electrical connector -2- at oil level and oil temperature sender -G266-.   Note Disregard -item 1-.

–  Remove torque reaction support → Chapter. –  Remove bolts securing sump to gearbox -arrows-. –  Slacken bolts -1 ... 20- in diagonal sequence and remove. –  Carefully release sump from bonded joint. Installing l  Tightening torques → Fig. „„Sump - tightening torque and sequence““   Caution Protect lubrication system and bearings against contamination. Cover exposed parts of the engine.   WARNING Protect eyes against injuries. Wear safety goggles.

–  Remove sealant residue from sump and cylinder block using rotating plastic brush or similar. –  Clean surfaces; they must be free of oil and grease.   Note

Note the use-by date of the sealant. –  Cut off nozzle of tube at front marking (nozzle Ø approx. 2 mm).   Caution Make sure lubrication system is not clogged by excess sealant. The bead of sealant must not be thicker than specified.

–  Apply bead of sealant onto clean sealing surface of sump as illustrated. l  Thickness of sealant bead: 2 ... 3 mm   Note t  Take particular care when applying sealant bead in area of rear sealing flange -arrows-. t  The sump must be installed within 5 minutes after applying the sealant.

–  Fit sump and tighten bolts → Fig..   Note t  When installing sump with engine removed from vehicle, ensure that sump is positioned flush with cylinder block at flywheel end. t  After fitting sump assembly, the sealant must dry for approx. 30 minutes. Then (and only then) fill the engine with engine oil. –  Install subframe → Rep. gr.40. –  Fill up with engine oil and check oil level → Booklet811 or → Booklet812.