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– Release both retaining pins for radiator cowl and pull out up‐
wards -arrows-.
– Tilt top edge of radiator cowl forwards.
– Reach behind radiator cowl and unplug electrical connector
-arrow- for radiator fans.
– Remove radiator cowl.
Installing
Installation is carried out in the reverse order; note the following:
– Install radiator
.
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Removing and installing radiator fans
Removing
– Drain off coolant
.
– Remove radiator
.
– Remove radiator cowl
.
– Remove bolts -arrows-.
– Unclip electrical connectors and lay wiring aside.
– Remove radiator fans.
Installing
Installation is carried out in the reverse order; note the following:
– Install radiator cowl
– Install radiator
.
Tightening torques
♦
⇒ “1.19 Radiator and radiator fans - exploded view”,
1.25
Checking cooling system for leaks
Special tools and workshop equipment required
Audi A8 2003 ➤
10-cylinder direct petrol injection engine (5.2 ltr. 4-valve), mechanics - Edition 10.2013
1. Cooling system
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