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1.4
Removing and installing exhaust pipes
(right-side)
Removing
• Engine removed and in position on scissor-type assembly
platform - VAS 6131 A- with gearbox attached.
Note
♦
Fit all heat shields and heat insulation sleeves in the original
positions when installing.
♦
All cable ties which are released or cut open when removing
must be fitted in the same position when installing.
– Take electrical connector -2- for Lambda probe 3 after catalytic
converter - G130- out of bracket and unplug it.
Note
Ignore items marked -1- and -arrows-.
– Remove bracket for electrical connectors -1 ... 4- for Lambda
probes from subframe -arrow-.
– Take electrical connectors -3- for Lambda probe - G39- and
-4- for Lambda probe 2 after catalytic converter - G131- out of
bracket on gearbox and unplug.
– Unscrew bolts -arrows- and remove mounting for torque re‐
action support.
Audi A8 2003 ➤
10-cylinder direct petrol injection engine (5.2 ltr. 4-valve), mechanics - Edition 10.2013
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