A6 Quattro Sedan V8-4.2L (BVJ) (2007)
Receiver Dryer: Service and Repair
Reservoir
‹› The reservoir is available in different versions, depending on version of vehicle.
‹› Up to 09/2004, reservoir brackets were installed which have transferred noise from A/C system operation to the body under certain conditions of
operation (howling noises from engine compartment due to vibrations of the bracket during A/C system operation). As of 09/2004, production
switched over gradually to an optimized bracket - G -.
‹› If an optimized bracket - G - is installed in vehicles which were produced up to 09/2004, the double bolt which secures nut - B - must be removed
if necessary and installed again turned around 180 ° (longer side must face bracket), it may also be necessary that a longer version must be used for
bolts - A -.
Removing
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Drain the refrigerant circuit.
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Remove the front bumper Removal and Installation.
Remove the following components, depending on the vehicle.
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Remove the left headlight.
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Remove the charge air cooler.
Continuation of work for all vehicles:
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Remove bolts - A - and disconnect refrigerant lines - B - and - C -.
