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Separating engine and gearbox
Special tools and workshop equipment required
♦ Adapter - VAS 6131/10-12- (2x)
♦ Adapter - T40058-
Procedure
• Engine/gearbox assembly removed and secured to scissor-
type assembly platform - VAS 6131 A- .
– Remove bracket for electrical connectors -1 ... 4- for Lambda
probes from subframe -arrow-.
– Detach electrical connectors from bracket and unplug con‐
nectors.
– Take electrical connectors -1- and -2- for Lambda probes out
of bracket and unplug connectors.
Note
Disregard -arrows-.
– Remove bolts -2- and -3-.
– Pull the guide tube for oil dipstick out upwards -arrow-.
– Loosen hose clips -1- and -4- and detach coolant pipe (left-
side) from coolant hoses.
Audi A8 2003 ➤
10-cylinder direct petrol injection engine (5.2 ltr. 4-valve), mechanics - Edition 10.2013
2. Separating engine and gearbox
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