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3.0l - Engine Assembly - Engine Code(s): Cjwb, Cjwc & Cjwe Audi Q7 4L рестайлинг

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Scheme 53: SUBFRAME ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW
Scheme 53: SUBFRAME ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW
  1. Engine carrier Removing and installing, refer to «ENGINE CARRIER»(/audi/q7/4l-2009-2015/remont/mechanical/#30l-engine-assembly-engine-codes-cjwb-cjwc-cjwe__engine-carrier)
  2. Bolt Replace 120 Nm plus an additional 180° turn
  3. Engine Mount, Right Removing and installing, refer to «ENGINE MOUNT»(/audi/q7/4l-2009-2015/remont/mechanical/#30l-engine-assembly-engine-codes-cjwb-cjwc-cjwe__engine-mount)
  4. Bolt 50 Nm
  5. Bolt 40 Nm
  6. Nut 75 Nm
  7. Right Engine Support Illustration does not correspond to version in vehicle
  8. Left Engine Support
  9. Bolt 50 Nm
  10. Nut 75 Nm
  11. Bolt 60 Nm
  12. Engine Mount, Left Removing and installing, refer to «ENGINE MOUNT»(/audi/q7/4l-2009-2015/remont/mechanical/#30l-engine-assembly-engine-codes-cjwb-cjwc-cjwe__engine-mount)
  13. Bolt Replace 120 Nm plus an additional 180° turn

FASTENER TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS

ComponentFastener SizeNm
Bolts and Nuts
M69
M715
M820
M1040
M1265
Engine Carrier 1120 + 180°
Engine Mount, Left60
Engine Mount, Right50
Left Engine Support
Bolt50
Nut75
Right Engine Support
Bolt40
Nut75
1 Replace

Ground Connection on the Right Longitudinal Member

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Tighten the nut -2- to 15 Nm.

Engine to Transmission

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ItemBolt 1)Nm
1M10 x 9515 +90°
2 ••• 5M12x7530 +90°
6, 7M12x14030 +90°
8, 9, 10M10x6015 +90°
11M10x4515 +90°
AAlignment sleeves for centering
1) Aluminum bolts may be used two times ENGINE, INSTALLING => The aluminum bolts -1 through 11- may be used two times. Therefore, the bolts must be marked with two notches "X" made by a chisel after they have been used the first time -arrow-. .

ENGINE, REMOVING

Special tools and workshop equipment required

  1. Pry Lever - Rmv Outside Mirror 80 - 200
  2. Oil Collection and Extraction Device V.A.G 1782
  3. Step Ladder VAS 5085
  4. Engine Bung Set VAS 6122
  5. Scissor-Type Assembly Platform VAS 6131 A with Support Set VAS 6131/10 Supplementary Set, AudI A8 (D3) VAS 6131/11, Supplementary Set, Audi Q7 VAS 6131/13 and 3x Tapered Mounting Pin VAS 6131/10-2
  6. Drip Tray for VAS 6100 VAS 6208
  7. Hose Clip Pliers VAS 6362
  8. Locking Pin T10060 A
  9. Ball Joint Puller T10187

Procedure

Note. With lock carrier installed, the engine is removed downward with transmission and subframe. During installation, cable ties must be installed at the same location.

On vehicles with air suspension, activate vehicle lift mode. Refer to General Information .

CAUTIONRisk of destroying electronic components when disconnecting the battery. Observe measures for disconnecting battery.

Disconnect the Ground (GND) cable -4-. Refer to BATTERY, DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING .

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Extract the power steering fluid from the power steering reservoir using the V.A.G 1782.

WARNINGRisk of scalding due to hot steam and hot coolant. The coolant system is under pressure when the engine is warm. Cover the coolant reservoir cap with a cloth and then open it slowly to release the pressure in the system.

Open the coolant reservoir cap.

Remove the noise insulation -1 and 2-. Refer to Removal and Installation .

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Remove the left and right front wheel housing liners. Refer to Removal and Installation .

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Remove the rear driveshaft. Refer to REAR DRIVESHAFT .

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Note. Collect escaping coolant in a clean container for disposal or reuse.

Place the VAS 6208 under the engine.

Remove the right lower coolant hose -arrow- from the radiator by lifting the clamp and let the coolant drain out.

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Free up the coolant hose.

Open the clamps -1 and 2-, drain the coolant and then remove the coolant hoses from the coolant pipes.

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Open the clamps -arrows-, drain the coolant and remove the coolant hoses from the coolant pipes on the left longitudinal member.

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Open the clamp -1-, drain the coolant and remove the coolant hose from the coolant pipe on the lock carrier.

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Move the V.A.G 1782 under the separating point.

Open the clamp and remove the hydraulic hose -2-.

Seal the open lines and connections with clean plugs from the VAS 6122.

Remove the coolant hose from the engine oil cooler by loosening the hose clamp -arrow- and letting the coolant drain out.

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Remove the engine covers -1 and 2- upward.

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CAUTIONDanger of defects caused by dirt. Follow the guidelines for cleanliness when working on the fuel supply system. Refer to CLEAN WORKING CONDITIONS .

Free up the fuel supply line in the center of the plenum chamber bulkhead.

WARNINGRisk of injury from fuel. To reduce fuel pressure, lay cloths around connecting point before opening the fuel system and carefully loosen.

Roll up the protective boot to disconnect the fuel supply line -1-.

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Push the hose coupling -2- on the fuel line -arrow A- and then press the release buttons -arrows B-.

Remove the hose coupling with the release buttons pressed.

Unlock the brackets -3 and 4-, lay them on the engine and free up the fuel supply hose.

Press the release buttons and disconnect the hose -1- from the EVAP canister.

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Disconnect the brake booster vacuum line -2-, free it up and lay it on the right side of the vehicle.

Remove the vacuum hose -1- from the air guide pipe connection.

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Loosen the clamps -arrows- and remove the air guide pipe.

Remove coolant hoses by loosening the hose clamps -1 and 2-.

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Remove the connectors -1 through 4- from the bracket on the right suspension strut tower, disconnect them and free up the wires.

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Open the clamps -1 and 2- and the clips -3- and then remove the coolant hoses.

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CAUTIONRisk of destroying due to reversed running direction on a used ribbed belt. Before removing the ribbed belt, marking running direction with chalk or felt-tip pen for reinstallation later.

To release the tension on the ribbed belt, swivel the tensioner clockwise -arrow- and then lock the tensioner using a T10060 A.

Remove the ribbed belt from the Air Conditioning (A/C) compressor.

Note. Place a cloth below to catch the draining hydraulic fluid.

Remove the banjo bolt -1-.

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Loosen the hose clamp -2- and remove the power steering fluid hose.

Open the tab -4- and open the cover -5- -arrow-.

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Remove the nut -3- and free up the battery positive wire on the plenum chamber bulkhead.

Note. Ignore -1 and 2-.

Remove the windshield wiper arms -1 and 3-. Refer to WINDSHIELD WIPER SYSTEM .

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Remove gasket -5-.

CAUTIONThe plenum chamber cover could be damaged. To prevent the cowl grille -2- from tearing when removing, coat the transition between the windshield and cowl grille with soapy water and pull the grille up vertically out of the fastening strip starting at the edge of the window.

Carefully remove plenum chamber cover -2- from the retainer on the windshield.

Remove the bolts -arrows- and the engine compartment E-box plenum chamber.

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Disconnect electrical connectors -1 through 3- at E-box plenum chamber connector station.

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Free up the wiring harness.

Remove the nut -2- and remove the GND wire.

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Scheme 78

Remove Engine Control Module (ECM) -1-. Refer to Removal and Installation .

Free up the wiring harness.

Loosen upper control arm nut a few turns and pull joint off with T10187.

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Completely remove upper control arm nut.

Repeat procedure on opposite side of vehicle.

Disconnect the electrical connectors -arrow- at the left and right on the front speed sensors.

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Remove wiring harness bolts -arrows-.

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Remove brake caliper bolts -1-.

Note. Do not change the shape of the brake lines.

Secure the brake caliper with the brake line still attached inside the wheel housing with wire.

CAUTIONRisk of damaging brake pistons. Do not operate brake pedal with brake caliper removed.

Repeat procedure on the opposite side of vehicle.

Disconnect lower threaded connection -2- at left and right on stabilizer bar.

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Remove nuts from bolts -1- at left and right on strut.

Note. The bolts will be removed later.

Remove the bolts -arrows- and the noise insulation bracket.

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Remove the nut -2- on the right longitudinal member and disconnect the GND wire.

Press the release buttons and remove the hose -1- from the Secondary Air Injection (AIR) pump motor -V101-.

Remove the bolts -1- and -arrows- and remove the right bracket -2- for the catalytic converter.

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Note. The bolt -1- is accessible from the top.

Remove the selector lever cable ball head -1- from the transmission shift lever using the 80 - 200.

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Remove the bolt -2- and remove the cable mounting bracket from the transmission.

Note. Do not bend or kink the selector lever cable.

Disconnect electrical connector -arrow- on the steering gear.

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Remove the 2 bolts and then remove the steering gear heat shield -A-.

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CAUTIONThe airbag spiral spring could be damaged. Separate the universal joint from steering gear only when front wheels are in straight ahead position. Do not change steering wheel position and steering gear position any more, secure steering wheel with adhesive tape.

Remove the universal joint bolt -B-. Refer to Removal and Installation .

Remove the universal joint from steering gear.

Note. Observe the rules of cleanliness for working on automatic transmissions. Refer to TRANSMISSION CLEANLINESS GUIDELINES .

Remove the bolt -arrow- and disconnect the ATF lines from the ATF thermostat.

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Disconnect the connectors -1, 2 and 3- from the transmission.

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Prepare Scissor Lift Platform

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Equip the VAS 6131 A with VAS 6131/10, VAS 6131/11 and VAS 6131/13 as follows

Platform CoordinatesParts form the VAS 6131/10, VAS 6131/11 and VAS 6131/13
B3/10-1/10-2/10-5/11-1
G3/10-1/10-2/10-5/11-1
A4 and C4/13-5/13-2
F4 and H4/13-6/13-2
B5/13-4/10-2/10-5/13-1
G5/13-4/10-2/10-5/13-1
C7/10-1/10-2/10-5/10-8
F7/10-1/10-2/10-5/10-8
B13/10-1/10-3/10-5/10-7
G13/10-1/10-3/10-5/10-7

Next secure mounting elements to scissor lift table by hand.

Position the scissor lift table horizontally.

  1. Note bubble level (sight glass) on support platform.

Move the VAS 6131 A under the engine/transmission subassembly.

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Attach the mounting elements from the VAS 6131/10 and VAS 6131/11 at the left and right front of the subframe as shown in the illustration.

Ensure threaded spindles are completely installed.

Attach mounting elements from VAS 6131/10 and VAS 6131/13 as shown in illustration.

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Attach mounting elements from VAS 6131/13 on struts as shown.

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Attach mounting elements from VAS 6131/10 at rear of subframe as shown in illustration.

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Attach mounting elements from VAS 6131/10 at left and right on transmission carrier as shown in illustration.

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Rotate the mounting element spindles upward until all the mounting pins come into contact with the mounting points.

Attach the base plate to the VAS 6131 A and tighten to 20 Nm.

Remove bolt -1- at left and right.

Note. The threaded connection -2- has already been disconnected.

Mark position of the subframe, engine carrier and transmission carrier to longitudinal members with a felt-tip pen.

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Remove the bolts -1 to 4- in a diagonal sequence in steps.

CAUTIONRisk of damaging hose and wiring connections as well as engine compartment. Make sure all the hoses and lines between the engine, transmission, subframe and body have been disconnected. Carefully guide the engine-transmission assembly with subframe out of engine compartment while lowering. Carefully guide the suspension struts past the longitudinal members.

Next lower engine/transmission subassembly using the VAS 6131 A only by dimension -a-.

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Scheme 97
  1. Dimension -a- = 180 mm maximum.

Disconnect the connector -1- from the Air Conditioning (A/C) compressor regulator valve -N280-.

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WARNINGRefrigerant can cause serious personal injury. Do not open the air conditioning.

Remove A/C compressor bolts -arrows-.

CAUTIONDanger of damaging the refrigerant lines and hoses. Do not stretch, kink or bend refrigerant lines and hoses.

Remove the A/C compressor from the bracket and with the refrigerant lines still connected to the left longitudinal member, tie it up.

Lower the engine/transmission subassembly more.

Remove the VAS 6131 A with the engine/transmission subassembly under vehicle.

ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION, SEPARATING

Special tools and workshop equipment required

  1. Bracket 30 - 211 A
  2. Socket T40058
  3. Scissor-Type Assembly Platform VAS 6131 A
  4. Support Set VAS 6131/10, Supplementary Set AudI A6 VAS 6131/12, Supplementary Set, Audi Q7 VAS 6131/13 and Transmission Support VAS 6131/14
  5. Joint Support VAS 6131/13-7
  6. Socket T40058
  7. Oil Collection and Extraction Device V.A.G 1782
  8. Engine Bung Set VAS 6122
  9. Two M10 x 35 bolts with a 30 mm washer

Procedure

  1. The engine/transmission subassembly is removed and placed on the VAS 6131 A.

Note. During installation, cable ties must be installed at the same location.

Remove the generator. Refer to GENERATOR .

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Equip the VAS 6131 A with VAS 6131/10, VAS 6131/12 and VAS 6131/13 and VAS 6131/14 as follows

Note. The other attachments remain unchanged.

Platform CoordinatesParts from the VAS 6131/10, VAS 6131/12, VAS 6131/13 and VAS 6131/14
E1/10-1/13-7
B10/10-1/10-2/10-5/14
G10/10-1/10-2/10-5/14
G10/10-1/12-2/10-5/13-3

Attach the VAS 6131/13-7 to the front of the engine into the threaded holes.

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Attach the VAS 6131/13-7 to the scissor lift table also with VAS 6131/10-1 using an M10 x 35 bolt -arrow- and washer.

Attach the mounting elements from VAS 6131/10, VAS 6131/12, VAS 6131/13 and VAS 6131/14 to the transmission as illustrated.

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Prepare the mounting elements from VAS 6131/12 and VAS 6131/13 for supporting the driveshaft as illustrated.

Tighten VAS 6131/12-2 with an M10 x 35 bolt -arrow- and 3 mm washer.

Remove the nuts -arrows- from the left catalytic converter.

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Remove the bolt -1- and nuts -arrows- from the right catalytic converter.

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Remove the bolt -3- and then remove the left catalytic converter with the front muffler.

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Remove the bolt -1- and then remove the right catalytic converter with the front muffler.

Note. Ignore -2 and 4-.

Free up the ventilation hose -4-.

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Remove the bolts -arrows-.

Note. Ignore -1, 2 and 3-.

Remove the bolts -1 and 2-.

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Note. Ignore -3-.

Place the V.A.G 1782 under the transmission.

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Note. Observe the rules of cleanliness for working on automatic transmissions. Refer to TRANSMISSION CLEANLINESS GUIDELINES .

Remove the bolts -1 and 2- and then remove the ATF lines from the transmission.

Seal the open lines and connections with clean plugs from the VAS 6122.

Remove the bolt -1-.

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Note. Ignore -2-.

Remove the nut -1- and bolts -arrows- from the right engine mount.

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Lift the engine with the VAS 6131/13-7 just far enough until it is possible to remove the right engine mount.

Note. Ignore -arrow-.

Remove the bolts -arrows- and remove the right engine support -1-.

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Disconnect the connector -4-.

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Remove the nuts -1 and 3- and free up the battery positive wire.

Remove the bolts -2 and 5- and remove the starter.

Install the engine support and the engine mount for the following procedure. Refer to SUBFRAME ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW .

Insert the T40058 guide pins as follows

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  1. The large diameter -arrow 1- faces the engine.
  2. The small diameter -arrow 2- faces the adapter.

Counter hold the crankshaft and loosen the torque converter bolts using a T40058 and a ring wrench.

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Note. When mounting, turn the crankshaft only in the direction of engine rotation -arrow-.

Remove the cover -2-.

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Turn the crankshaft 120° in the direction of engine rotation and remove the 6 torque converter bolts -1- inside the opening in the starter.

Remove the bolts -arrows- at the transfer case/front driveshaft connection. Refer to FRONT DRIVESHAFT .

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Remove the transmission/engine bolts -3 through 11-.

Loosen the side bolts -1- on the VAS 6131 A and the pull the rear table plate and transmission slightly toward the rear -arrow-.

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Scheme 116

Push the torque converter off the drive plate and through the opening for the starter.

Secure torque converter in transmission against falling out with 30 - 211 A.

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ENGINE, SECURING TO ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION HOLDER

Special tools and workshop equipment required

  1. Engine Sling 2024 A
  2. Engine and Transmission Holder VAS 6095 and Universal Mount VAS 6095/1 and Bracket for V6 FSI Engine, AudI A6 VAS 6095/1-5
  3. Shop Crane -Load Cap=700-1200KG VAS 6100
  4. Lift Arm Ext./Workshop Hoist VAS 6101
  5. Scissor-Type Assembly Platform VAS 6131 A
  6. Joint Support VAS 6131/13-7

Procedure

  1. The engine/transmission subassembly is removed and separated on the VAS 6131 A, refer to «ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION, SEPARATING»(/audi/q7/4l-2009-2015/remont/mechanical/#30l-engine-assembly-engine-codes-cjwb-cjwc-cjwe__engine-and-transmission-separating) .
  2. Engine secured with VAS 6131/13-7.

Remove the bolts -arrows- from the left engine mount.

Note. Ignore -1-.

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WARNINGRisk of accident! The engine may be transported only in the manner described and without the transmission.
  1. Engine separated from transmission. Refer to «ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION, SEPARATING»(/audi/q7/4l-2009-2015/remont/mechanical/#30l-engine-assembly-engine-codes-cjwb-cjwc-cjwe__engine-and-transmission-separating) .

Attach the 2024 A to the engine lifting eyes and to the VAS 6100 using the VAS 6101 as illustrated.

Note. To be aligned to the center of gravity of the engine assembly, the hole rails of the lifting hook must be inserted as shown in the illustration.

WARNINGThere is the risk of an accident. Lifting hooks and alignment pins on lifting tackle must be secured with securing pins -arrows-.

Remove joint support VAS 6131/13-7 from engine -arrow-.

Raise engine from engine carrier.

Remove the bolts -arrows- and remove the right -1- and left engine supports.

Secure the engine to the VAS 6095/1 and VAS 6095/1-5 on the VAS 6095 to 40 Nm, as illustrated.

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ENGINE, INSTALLING

Tightening Specifications

Note. The tightening specifications apply only to lightly greased, oiled, phosphated or blackened nuts and bolts. Additional lubricants, such as engine or transmission oil are permissible, although lubricants containing graphite are not. Do not use any ungreased parts. Tightening specification tolerance +/- 15 %.

ComponentNm
Bolts and nutsM69
M715
M820
M1040
M1265

Subframe mount, refer to SUBFRAME ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW .

Tighten the nut -2- to 15 Nm.

Engine to Transmission

ItemBolt 1)Nm
1M10 x 9515 +90°
2 ••• 5M12x7530 +90°
6, 7M12x14030 +90°
8, 9, 10M10x6015 +90°
11M10x4515 +90°
AAlignment sleeves for centering
1) Aluminum bolts may be used two times ENGINE, INSTALLING => The aluminum bolts -1 through 11- may be used two times. Therefore, the bolts must be marked with two notches "X" made by a chisel after they have been used the first time -arrow-. .
(1) To prevent damaging the bolts when marking them, do not clamp them in a vise. Insert the bolt using a 14 mm socket with a / 2 drive, which is inserted in to the vise, as illustrated.
(1)To prevent damaging the bolts when marking them, do not clamp them in a vise. Insert the bolt using a 14 mm socket with a / 2 drive, which is inserted in to the vise, as illustrated.

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  1. The aluminum bolts -1 through 11- may be used two times. Therefore, the bolts must be marked with two notches "X" made by a chisel after they have been used the first time -arrow-.
  2. Bolts marked with an "X" may not be used again.

Procedure

Note. Replace bolts that are tightened to the specification. Replace self-locking nuts and bolts and seals, gaskets and O-rings. Only remove the plugs or caps after installing the lines. The hose connections as well as the air guide pipes and hoses must be free of oil and grease before installing. To mount the air guide hoses on their connectors securely, spray the bolts on the used clamps with rust remover before installing. When installing, bring all cable ties back to same positions.

Install the left and right engine supports. Refer to SUBFRAME ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW .

Make sure the alignment sleeves -A- for centering the engine and transmission are inside the cylinder block and inside the timing chain guard lower section. Replace them if they are missing.

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CAUTIONInstalling the torque converter incorrectly can cause damage to the ATF pump drive plate. Checking position of torque converter.
  1. When torque converter is installed correctly, distance -a- between the lower contact surface of threaded holes at torque converter and contact surface of bell housing is at least 23 mm.

Note. If torque converter is not completely inserted, distance is approximately 11 mm.

Before guiding engine and transmission together, rotate torque converter and drive plate so that the holes for the bolts are same height as opening for removed starter -1-.

CAUTIONRisk of destroying automatic transmission. Keep checking whether the torque converter behind the drive plate can be turned before and during tightening of the bolts at engine/transmission connection. If the torque converter cannot be turned, it must be assumed that it is inserted incorrectly. Only secure torque converter to drive plate with new original bolts.

Install the generator. Refer to GENERATOR .

Tighten the transmission to the engine.

Tighten the torque converter. Refer to FASTENER TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS .

The rest of the installation is performed in reverse order of removal, noting the following.

Install the starter. Refer to STARTER .

Attach the right coolant pipe to the transmission. Refer to RIGHT COOLANT PIPE ON TRANSMISSION .

Install the left rear coolant pipes to the transmission. Refer to LEFT REAR COOLANT PIPES ON TRANSMISSION .

Install ATF lines. Refer to ATF PIPES AND ATF COOLER .

Attach the front driveshaft to the transfer case. Refer to FRONT DRIVESHAFT .

Raise the engine/transmission assembly using the VAS 6131 A.

Install Air Conditioning (A/C) compressor. Refer to [For engine(s) CJWC, CJWB] Removal and Installation .

Align subframe, engine carrier and transmission carrier using marks made on longitudinal during removal.

Tighten bolts for the subframe, engine carrier and transmission carrier only to specified torque. Refer to FASTENER TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS . Do not tighten further (tighten bolts only after axle alignment).

WARNINGRisk of accident due to loose connections. If the bolts in the subframe are not tightened to final torque, vehicle must not be driven.

Install the universal joint on the steering gear. Refer to Removal and Installation .

Install the selector lever cable and adjust if necessary. Refer to SELECTOR LEVER CABLE .

Install the catalytic converter. Refer to LEFT CATALYTIC CONVERTER , RIGHT CATALYTIC CONVERTER .

Install exhaust system free of stress. Refer to EXHAUST SYSTEM, INSTALLING .

Attach the rear driveshaft to the transfer case. Refer to REAR DRIVESHAFT .

Install stabilizer bar. Refer to Removal and Installation .

Install brake caliper. Refer to Removal and Installation .

Install the suspension struts and control arms. Refer to Removal and Installation .

Install the Engine Control Module (ECM). Refer to Removal and Installation .

Install the cover for the plenum chamber E-box. Refer to [For engine(s) CJWC, CJWB] Removal and Installation .

Attach the electric wire to the battery jump start terminal -U6-. Refer to BATTERY JUMP START TERMINAL -U6 .

Attach the ground connection to the right longitudinal member. see scheme 76

Electrical connectors and wiring routing. Refer to appropriate SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAM.

Follow all steps after connecting the battery. Refer to BATTERY, DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING .

CAUTIONThere is a risk of destroying control modules with excess voltage. Do not use a charger as a starting aid.

Install the hydraulic pipe. Refer to Description and Operation .

Install and adjust the windshield wiper arms. Refer to WINDSHIELD WIPER SYSTEM .

Fill engine oil and check oil level. Refer to the Maintenance Procedures Rep. Gr. 03.

Before starting engine for the first time, check the fluid level in power steering reservoir. Refer to Description and Operation .

Note. The power steering pump must not run dry.

Connect the coolant hoses with the connector coupling. (Scheme 122)

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Fill the coolant system COOLANT, DRAINING AND FILLING .

Note. Only reuse drained coolant if cylinder head or engine block was not replaced. Dirty coolant may not be used again.

Align subframe and engine carrier. Refer to Removal and Installation .

Align and tighten the transmission carrier. Refer to TRANSMISSION, INSTALLING .

Install the front wheel housing liners. Refer to Removal and Installation .

Perform axle alignment. Refer to WHEEL ALIGNMENT .

WARNINGRisk of accident due to loose connections. Tighten subframe bolts to final torque after axle alignment.

Install the noise insulation bracket and the noise insulation. Refer to Removal and Installation .

On vehicles with air suspension, deactivate vehicle lift mode. Refer to General Information .

ENGINE CARRIER

Special tools and workshop equipment required

  1. Engine Support Bridge 10 - 222 A
  2. Bracket with Spindle and Hook 10 - 222 A /10, qty. 2
  3. Adapter 10 - 222 A /19
  4. Adapter 10 - 222 A /22
  5. Engine Support Basic Set T40091
  6. Engine Support Supplement Set T40093

Removing

On vehicles with air suspension, activate vehicle lift mode. Refer to General Information .

CAUTIONRisk of destroying electronic components when disconnecting the battery. Observe measures for disconnecting battery.

Disconnect the Ground (GND) cable -4-. Refer to BATTERY, DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING .

Remove the air filter housing. Refer to Removal and Installation .

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Remove the noise insulation -1 and 2-. Refer to Removal and Installation .

Remove the left and right front wheel housing liners. Refer to Removal and Installation .

Remove the stabilizer bar. Refer to Removal and Installation .

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Scheme 124

Mount the 10 - 222 A and the 10 - 222 A /22 and the engine supplement set T40091/3 on the fender bolting edge.

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Scheme 125
Scheme 125

Install the other parts as illustrated. Position the 10 - 222 A /19 on the notches on the longitudinal members.

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Scheme 126

Engage the 10 - 222 A /10 into the rear engine lift eyes.

Slide supports T40091/2 with both sliders T40093/5 into both mounts T40093/4.

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Scheme 127

Install the long spindles from the 10 - 222 A and attach the hooks to the engine lifting eyes.

WARNINGThere is the risk of an accident. Secure support T40091/2 with connector pins and T40093/4.

Slightly tension the engine but do not lift it.

Remove the left and right bolts -arrows- from the engine mount.

Note. Ignore -1-.

Remove the 2 bolts and then remove the steering gear heat shield -A-.

CAUTIONThe airbag spiral spring could be damaged. Separate the universal joint from steering gear only when the front wheels are in the straight ahead position. Do not change steering wheel position and steering gear position any more, secure steering wheel with adhesive tape.

Remove the universal joint bolt -B-. Refer to Removal and Installation .

Remove universal joint from steering gear.

Free up the coolant hoses -arrow-.

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Scheme 128

Disengage the power steering hydraulic line from the left bracket on the subframe.

Disconnect the connector -3-.

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Scheme 129

Press the release buttons and remove the secondary air hoses -1-.

Remove the nuts -2- and loosen the nut -5-.

Remove the Secondary Air Injection (AIR) pump motor -V101- and bracket.

Note. Ignore -4-.

Mark location of the subframe and engine carrier to the longitudinal members with a felt-tip pen.

WARNINGThe subframe could cause an accident if it is not secured. The subframe bolts -2- and the transmission carrier bolts -1- must never be loosened.

Remove the bolts -3 and 4- then lower the subframe with the front engine carrier.

Remove engine carrier forward.

Installing

Install in reverse order, paying attention to the following

  1. For the correct tightening specifications, refer to «SUBFRAME ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW»(/audi/q7/4l-2009-2015/remont/mechanical/#30l-engine-assembly-engine-codes-cjwb-cjwc-cjwe) .

Note. The hose connections as well as the air guide pipes and hoses must be free of oil and grease before installing.

Tighten the subframe. Refer to Removal and Installation .

Install the AIR pump motor. Refer to Secondary Air Injection (AIR) Pump Motor -V101 .

Install the universal joint on the steering gear. Refer to Removal and Installation .

Install the engine mount. Refer to ENGINE MOUNT .

Install the stabilizer bar. Refer to Removal and Installation .

Install the front wheel housing liners and noise insulation. Refer to Removal and Installation .

Install the air filter housing. Refer to Removal and Installation .

Follow all steps after connecting the battery. Refer to BATTERY, DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING .

On vehicles with air suspension, deactivate vehicle lift mode. Refer to General Information .

ENGINE MOUNT

Special tools and workshop equipment required

  1. Engine Support Bridge 10 - 222 A
  2. Bracket with Spindle and Hook 10 - 222 A /10, qty. 2
  3. Adapter 10 - 222 A /19
  4. Adapter 10 - 222 A /22
  5. Engine Support Basic Set T40091
  6. Engine Support Supplement Set T40093

Removing

On vehicles with air suspension, activate vehicle lift mode. Refer to General Information .

Remove the air filter housing. Refer to Removal and Installation .

Remove the noise insulation -1 and 2-. Refer to Removal and Installation .

Mount the 10 - 222 A with the 10 - 222 A /22 and T40091/3 on the fender bolting edge as illustrated.

Install the other parts as illustrated. Position the 10 - 222 A /19 on the notches on the longitudinal members.

Engage the 10 - 222 A /10 into the rear engine lift eyes.

Slide supports T40091/2 with both sliders T40093/5 into both mounts T40093/4.

Install the long spindles from the 10 - 222 A and attach the hooks to the engine lifting eyes.

WARNINGThere is the risk of an accident. Secure support T40091/2 with connector pins and T40093/4.

Raise engine until the engine supports are above the engine bracket threaded pins and evenly tension all spindles to achieve even weight distribution.

Right Engine Mount

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Scheme 130
Scheme 130

Remove the bolts -1- and remove the heat shield for the steering gear boot.

Continued for Both Sides

Remove the nut -1- and the bolts -arrows-.

Raise the engine using the spindles far enough so the engine support is above the threaded pins in the engine mount.

Remove the engine mount.

Note. To remove the right engine support, turn the steering to the right until it stops.

Installing

Install in reverse order, paying attention to the following

  1. For the correct tightening specifications, refer to «SUBFRAME ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW»(/audi/q7/4l-2009-2015/remont/mechanical/#30l-engine-assembly-engine-codes-cjwb-cjwc-cjwe) .

Install the heat shield for the steering gear boot. Refer to Removal and Installation .

Install the noise insulation. Refer to Removal and Installation .

Install the air filter housing. Refer to Removal and Installation .

On vehicles with air suspension, deactivate vehicle lift mode. Refer to General Information .

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Scheme 131: SPECIAL TOOLS
Scheme 131: SPECIAL TOOLS

Special tools and workshop equipment required

  1. Engine Sling 2024 A
  2. Engine and Transmission Holder VAS 6095 and Universal Mount VAS 6095/1 and Bracket for V6 FSI Engine, AudI A6 VAS 6095/1-5
  3. Shop Crane -Load Cap=700-1200KG VAS 6100
  4. Lift Arm Ext./Workshop Hoist VAS 6101

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Scheme 132

Special tools and workshop equipment required

  1. Pry Lever - Rmv Outside Mirror 80 - 200
  2. Oil Collection and Extraction Device V.A.G 1782
  3. Step Ladder VAS 5085
  4. Engine Bung Set VAS 6122
  5. Scissor-Type Assembly Platform VAS 6131 A with Support Set VAS 6131/10 Supplementary Set, AudI A8 (D3) VAS 6131/11, Supplementary Set, Audi Q7 VAS 6131/13 and 3x Tapered Mounting Pin VAS 6131/10-2
  6. Drip Tray for VAS 6100 VAS 6208

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Scheme 133
Scheme 133

Special tools and workshop equipment required

  1. Engine Support Bridge 10 - 222 A
  2. Bracket with Spindle and Hook 10 - 222 A /10, qty. 2
  3. Adapter 10 - 222 A /19
  4. Adapter 10 - 222 A /22
  5. Engine Support Basic Set T40091
  6. Engine Support Supplement Set T40093

Special tools and workshop equipment required

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Scheme 138
  1. Bracket 30 - 211 A
  2. Locking Pin T10060 A
  3. Ball Joint Puller T10187
  4. Socket T40058
  5. Hose Clip Pliers VAS 6362
  6. Not illustrated
  7. Joint Support VAS 6131/13-7
  8. Support Set VAS 6131/10, Supplementary Set AudI A6 VAS 6131/12, Supplementary Set, Audi Q7 VAS 6131/13 and Transmission Support VAS 6131/14

See also:
• General Information
• BATTERY, DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING
• Removal and Installation
• CLEAN WORKING CONDITIONS
• WINDSHIELD WIPER SYSTEM
• Removal and Installation
• Removal and Installation
• GENERATOR
• STARTER
• RIGHT COOLANT PIPE ON TRANSMISSION
• LEFT REAR COOLANT PIPES ON TRANSMISSION
• ATF PIPES AND ATF COOLER
• [For engine(s) CJWC, CJWB] Removal and Installation
• FASTENER TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS
• SELECTOR LEVER CABLE
• LEFT CATALYTIC CONVERTER
• RIGHT CATALYTIC CONVERTER
• EXHAUST SYSTEM, INSTALLING
• Removal and Installation
• Removal and Installation
• [For engine(s) CJWC, CJWB] Removal and Installation
• BATTERY JUMP START TERMINAL -U6
• COOLANT, DRAINING AND FILLING
• TRANSMISSION, INSTALLING
• WHEEL ALIGNMENT
• Secondary Air Injection (AIR) Pump Motor -V101
• ENGINE CARRIER
• ENGINE MOUNT
• ENGINE, INSTALLING => The aluminum bolts -1 through 11- may be used two times. Therefore, the bolts must be marked with two notches "X" made by a chisel after they have been used the first time -arrow-.
• SUBFRAME ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW
• ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION, SEPARATING

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