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3.0L - Engine Assembly - Engine Code(s): Cata: Other Audi Q7 4L facelift

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ENGINE, SECURING TO ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION HOLDER

Special tools and workshop equipment required

  1. Lifting Tackle 3033
  2. Engine and Transmission Holder VAS 6095 with Bracket for V6 TDI Engine, Audi A8 VAS 6095/1-4
  3. Shop Crane 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
  7. Engine Bung Set VAS 6122

Procedure

  1. Engine/transmission assembly removed and separated on VAS 6131 A.
  2. Engine secured with the VAS 6131/13-7.

Note. Place a cloth underneath to soak up any escaping power steering fluid.

Vehicles Built through 05.10

Remove the banjo bolt -1- and the bolt for the power steering fluid line -2-.

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Scheme 317

Vehicles Built from 06.10

Ignore -1-.

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Scheme 318

Remove the bolts -2- and the hydraulic pipe.

All Vehicles

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

Remove the bolt -arrow- on the A/C compressor wire bracket.

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Scheme 319

Remove engine bracket left and right bolts -arrows-.

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Scheme 320

Note. Engine carrier remains in installation location.

Connect the VAS 6101 to the VAS 6100.

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Scheme 321

Engage the 3033 on the engine lifting eyes and on the shop crane as shown in the illustration.

Tension engine slightly with shop crane, do not raise.

Remove VAS 6131/13-7 from engine.

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Scheme 322

Raise engine from engine carrier.

If equipped, remove the nuts -arrows- and the connector bracket from the left engine support.

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Scheme 323

Remove the left and right bolts -1 through 4- and remove the engine support.

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Scheme 324

Note. The left engine support is shown in the illustration.

Secure the engine to the VAS 6095 using the VAS 6095/1-4 and tighten to 40 Nm, as illustrated.

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Scheme 326: SUBFRAME ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW
  1. Engine Carrier Removing and installing, refer to «ENGINE CARRIER»(ref-491745-S26186764772012073100000)
  2. Bolt Replace 120 Nm plus an additional 180° turn
  3. Right Engine Mount Removing and installing, refer to «ENGINE MOUNT»(ref-491745-S29387078222012073100000)
  4. Screw 60 Nm
  5. Screw 15 Nm
  6. Ground (GND) Strap
  7. Bolt Replace 50 Nm plus an additional 90° turn
  8. Nut 75 Nm
  9. Right Engine Support
  10. Left Engine Support
  11. Double Bolt Replace 50 Nm plus an additional 90° turn
  12. Bracket For the electrical connector
  13. Nut 23 Nm
  14. Nut 75 Nm
  15. Bolt 60 Nm
  16. Left Engine Mount Removing and installing, refer to «ENGINE MOUNT»(ref-491745-S29387078222012073100000)
  17. Bolt Replace 120 Nm plus an additional 180° turn

ENGINE THROUGH 05.2010, REMOVING

Special tools and workshop equipment required

  1. Pry Lever - Rmv Outside Mirror 80 - 200
  2. Used Oil Collecting and Extracting 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 as well as Supplementary Set VAS 6131/11, VAS 6131/13 and qty. 3 VAS 6131/10-2
  6. Drip Tray VAS 6208
  7. Hose Clamps Up to 25 mm Dia. 3094
  8. Hose Clip Pliers VAS 6362
  9. Ball Joint Puller T10187

Removing

Note. With lock carrier installed, engine is removed downward with transmission and subframe. During installation, all cable ties must be installed at the same location. Collect escaping coolant in a clean container for disposal or reuse.

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

Note. To rotate the driveshaft freely, move the selector lever into "N".

CAUTIONDanger of causing damage to electrical components when disconnecting the battery. Complete the steps for disconnecting the battery. Pay attention the to waiting period for vehicles with urea injection.

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

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Scheme 327

Empty coolant circuit. Refer to LEAK DETECTION .

Extract the power steering oil from the reservoir with 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 left and right front wheels.

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

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Scheme 328

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

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Scheme 329

Place VAS 6208 under engine.

Remove the coolant hose from the left coolant pipe by loosening the hose clamp -arrow- and letting the coolant drain out.

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Scheme 330

Disconnect electrical connector -2- on engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor on radiator -G83-.

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Scheme 331

Remove the right lower coolant hose from the radiator by lifting the clamp -1- and let the coolant drain out.

Loosen the hose clamps, remove the coolant hoses from the heat exchanger -arrows- and let the coolant drain out.

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Scheme 332

Remove the coolant hose from the right coolant pipe by loosening the hose clamp -arrow- and letting any remaining coolant drain out.

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Scheme 333

Carefully pull the engine cover off the 4 bolts one after the other -arrows-.

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Scheme 334

Pull the cover -arrows- over the radiator, to do this disconnect the lower coolant hose.

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Scheme 335

Remove the coolant hose; to do this, loosen the hose clamp -1-.

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Scheme 336

Note. Ignore -2-.

WARNINGVery hot fuel can burn your skin. In extreme cases, the fuel lines and the fuel itself in vehicles with a common rail engine can be as hot as 100 °C (212 °F) after the engine has been turned off. Let the fuel cool down before opening any line connections otherwise there is a danger of scalding. Wear protective gloves. Wear safety glasses.

Remove the bolts -1- and -2- as well as the nut -4-.

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Scheme 337

Move the fuel filter to the side, with the fuel hoses still connected -3, 5 and 6-.

Remove the bolts -1 through 4- and move the fuel system cooler to the side.

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Scheme 338

Note. The fuel filter bracket remains in its installation position.

Open the cover over the terminal 30 wire junction 2 -TV22- -arrow-.

Remove the bolt -1- for the battery jump start terminal -U6- and free up the electrical wire.

Remove the air guide hose by loosening the hose clamps -arrows-.

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Scheme 339

Disconnect the connector -3-.

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Scheme 340

Remove the bolts -1- and -2-, remove the throttle valve control module -J338- from the intake tube.

Note. Place a cloth underneath to soak up any escaping power steering fluid.

Disconnect the power steering pump fluid line and the 3094.

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Scheme 341

Loosen the hose clamp -1- and remove the power steering fluid hose.

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

Note. Ignore -2-.

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

Remove the clamp bolts -1- and -5-.

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Scheme 342

Remove the bolts -3- and -4- and then remove the refrigerant lines from the A/C compressor.

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

Note. Ignore -2-.

Unclip the coolant hose on the air filter housing upper section.

Unclip the front final drive vent hose -1- from the air filter housing.

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Scheme 343

Disconnect the connector -3- from the mass airflow (MAF) sensor -G70-.

Remove the air duct hose form the turbocharger by loosening the hose clamps -4-.

Unlock the clips -2-.

On vehicles with air suspension, push the securing ring -1- forward off the hose coupling, press the release ring -2- downward -arrows- and remove the ventilation hose -3- from the air filter housing upper section.

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Scheme 344

Remove the air filter housing upper section and the air filter.

Pry off the air guide -2- from the air filter housing lower section -1- starting on the wheel housing side using the 80 - 200.

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Scheme 345

Remove the bolts -1- and -2-.

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Scheme 346

Remove the air filter housing lower section; to do this, slightly push on the windshield washer fluid reservoir to the side.

Remove the air duct hoses by loosening the hose clamps -1, 2 and 3-.

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Scheme 347

Disconnect electrical connector -arrow-.

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Scheme 348

Disconnect the vacuum hose -arrow- leading to the brake booster.

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Scheme 349
WARNINGVery hot fuel can burn your skin. In extreme cases, the fuel lines and the fuel itself in vehicles with a common rail engine can be as hot as 100 °C (212 °F) after the engine has been turned off. Let the fuel cool down before opening any line connections otherwise there is a danger of scalding. Wear protective gloves. Wear safety glasses. There is a risk of injury because the fuel is under pressure. To reduce pressure in fuel system, lay a clean cloth around the connector and carefully loosen connector.

Disconnect the fuel supply line -1- and return line -2- on the bulkhead.

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Scheme 350

Disconnect the exhaust gas temperature (EGT) sensor 2 -G448- -1- and heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) -G39- -2- connectors.

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Scheme 351

Free up electrical wires.

Note. Ignore -3 and 4-.

Remove the heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) -5-.

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Scheme 352

Remove the NOX sensor -G295- -4- and free up the electrical wire.

Secure the NOX sensor to the body.

Note. Ignore -1, 2 and 3-.

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

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Scheme 353
CAUTIONThe plenum chamber cover could be damaged. Coat the transition area between the windshield and plenum chamber cover with soapy water and carefully pull the cover vertically up out of the retainers on the windshield, beginning at the edge of the window.

Remove gasket -5-.

Carefully remove the plenum chamber covers -2- and -4- from the retainers on the windshield.

Remove cover for E-box, plenum chamber -arrows-.

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Scheme 354

Disconnect the connectors -1, 2 and 3- at E-box plenum chamber coupling station and free up the wiring harness.

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Scheme 355

Disconnect electrical connector -arrow-.

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Scheme 356

Remove the ground (GND) connection nut -2-.

Remove engine control module (ECM) -1-. Refer to Removal and Installation .

Free up electrical wiring harness to engine.

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

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Scheme 357

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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Scheme 358

Remove wiring harness bolts -arrows-.

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Scheme 359

Remove brake caliper bolts -1-.

Note. Do not change brake line bent shape.

Engage brake caliper in wheel housing with wire.

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

Repeat procedure on opposite side of vehicle.

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

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Scheme 360

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

Note. Bolts -1- are removed later.

Disconnect the exhaust system at the clamping sleeve -arrows-.

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Scheme 361

Remove NOX sensor 2 -G687- -3-.

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Scheme 362

Disconnect the connector -5- and free up the electrical wire.

Loosen the clamp -arrow- and remove the reducing agent injector -N474-.

Move the nuts -1- and bolts -2- and -4- and remove the SCR catalytic converter.

Remove the bolts -arrows- that attach the rear driveshaft to the transfer case. Refer to REAR FINAL DRIVE or REAR FINAL DRIVE .

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Scheme 363

Slide rear driveshaft toward rear final drive; CV joints can move axially.

Secure the driveshaft to the side.

Remove the nuts and bolts -arrows- then remove the noise insulation bracket.

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Scheme 364

Remove the exhaust system bracket bolts -arrows- on the longitudinal member.

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Scheme 365

Remove the Exhaust gas temperature sensor 4 -G648- -arrow-.

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Scheme 366

Remove the differential pressure sensor -G505- hoses from the pressure lines on the particulate filter; to do this, loosen the hose clamps -arrows-.

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Scheme 367

Disconnect electrical connector -arrow- on steering gear.

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Scheme 368

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

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Scheme 369
CAUTIONRisk of distorting airbag spiral spring. Separate universal joint from steering gear only when front wheels are in straight ahead position. Secure steering wheel with adhesive tape to prevent position of steering wheel and steering gear from changing.

Remove the universal joint bolt -B-. Refer to Description and Operation .

Remove universal joint from steering gear.

Place the V.A.G 1782 under the disconnection point.

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Scheme 370

Loosen the hose clamp -arrow- and disconnect the left fluid line on the lock carrier leading to the power steering cooler.

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

Remove the bolt -arrow-, free up the coolant hose and move the fuel cooler pump -V166- to the side.

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Scheme 371

Note. Observe the rules of cleanliness for working on automatic transmissions. Refer to GENERAL REPAIR INFORMATION .

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

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Scheme 372

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

Remove the nut -1- on the right longitudinal member and disconnect the ground (GND) wire from the threaded pin.

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

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Scheme 373

Prepare Scissor Lift Platform

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Scheme 374

Equip scissor-type assembly platform VAS 6131 A with support set VAS 6131/10 and supplementary set VAS 6131/11 and VAS 6131/13 as follows

Platform CoordinatesParts from Support Set VAS 6131/10, Supplementary Set VAS 6131/11 and VAS 6131/13
B2/10-1/10-2/10-5/11-1
G2/10-1/10-2/10-5/11-1
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
B14/10-1/10-3/10-5/10-7
G14/10-1/10-3/10-5/10-7

First manually secure the mounting elements to the VAS 6131 A.

Position the scissor lift table horizontally.

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

Guide scissor lift table under the engine/transmission subassembly.

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

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Scheme 375

Ensure threaded spindles are completely installed.

Attach mounting elements from the VAS 6131/10 and VAS 6131/13 at the left and right on the transmission carrier as shown in the illustration.

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Scheme 376

Position mounting elements VAS 6131/13 at the left and right on the suspension struts as shown in the illustration.

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Scheme 377

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

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Scheme 378

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

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Scheme 379

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

Attach mounting element base plates to the VAS 6131 A and tighten to 20 Nm.

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

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

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Scheme 380
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 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 with the VAS 6131 A only by dimension -a-.

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Scheme 381
  1. Dimension -a- = 7.87 in.

Remove the bolts -1 through 4- and remove the selector lever cable heat shield.

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Scheme 382

Remove the selector lever cable ball head -2- from the transmission shift lever using the 80 - 200.

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Scheme 383

Remove securing clips -1- and remove selector lever cable from transmission.

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

Lower the engine/transmission subassembly further.

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

ENGINE AND AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 09D, SEPARATING

Special tools and workshop equipment required

  1. Support Set VAS 6131/10 and Supplementary Set VAS 6131/12 and VAS 6131/13
  2. Bracket 30 - 211 A
  3. Socket T40058
  4. M10 x 45 bolt and nut

Procedure

  1. Engine/transmission assembly removed and placed on the VAS 6131 A.

Equip scissor-type assembly platform VAS 6131 A with support set VAS 6131/10 and supplementary set VAS 6131/12 and VAS 6131/13 as follows

Note. The other attachments remain unchanged.

Platform CoordinatesParts from Support Set VAS 6131/10, Supplementary Set VAS 6131/12 and VAS 6131/13
E1/13-7
C10/10-1/10-4/10-5/13-2
E10/10-1/10-4/10-5/13-2
G10/10-1/12-2/10-5/13-3

Secure the front joint support VAS 6131/13-7 into the threaded holes in the engine with a M10 x 45 bolt -1- and nut -2-.

Install the joint support on the VAS 6131 A and tighten it to 20 Nm.

Attach mounting elements from the VAS 6131/10 and VAS 6131/13 at the front under transmission ATF oil pan as shown in the illustration.

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Scheme 384

Prepare mounting elements from VAS 6131/10, VAS 6131/12 and VAS 6131/13 for supporting the driveshaft as shown in illustration.

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Scheme 385

Remove the particulate filter bracket bolts -arrows-.

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Scheme 386

Remove the bolt -arrow- on the preliminary catalytic converter strap.

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Scheme 387

Remove electrical connectors from the bracket and disconnect.

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Scheme 388
  1. For catalyst temperature sensor 1 -G20- (orange) - only engines meeting emissions standard BIN 5
  2. For exhaust gas temperature 3 -G495- (brown)

Free up electrical wires.

Remove the bolts -1- and -2- and then remove the heat shield from the turbocharger.

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Scheme 389

Remove the nuts -arrows- and then remove the preliminary catalytic converter and particulate filter.

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Scheme 390

Free up the coolant hoses -arrow-.

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Scheme 391

Loosen hose clamp -2- and lift clamp -4- to remove the coolant hoses.

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Scheme 392

Free up the transmission vent hose -arrow-.

Remove the bolts -1- and -3- ; then remove the left coolant pipe on the back of the transmission.

Disconnect the engine speed (RPM) sensor -G28- -arrow- connector.

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Scheme 393

Remove the bolts -arrows- that attach the front driveshaft to the transfer case. Refer to FRONT FINAL DRIVE or FRONT DRIVESHAFT .

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Scheme 394

Note. Place a cloth underneath to soak up any escaping ATF. Observe the rules of cleanliness for working on automatic transmissions. Refer to GENERAL REPAIR INFORMATION .

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

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Scheme 395

Remove the generator -1-. Refer to GENERATOR, AIR COOLED .

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Scheme 396

Remove the starter. Refer to STARTER [for engine(s) CATA] .

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Scheme 397

Insert the T40058 guide pins as follows

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Scheme 398
  1. The large diameter -arrow 1- faces the engine.
  2. Small diameter -arrow 2- points to adapter.

To loosen the torque converter bolts, counterhold the crankshaft using the T40058.

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Scheme 399
CAUTIONComponents could be destroyed by the camshaft timing chain jumping off. Only turn the crankshaft in the direction of engine rotation -arrow-.

Remove the cover -arrow-.

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Scheme 400

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

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Scheme 401

Remove the transmission/engine bolts -3 through 10-.

Remove the plug.

Press the transmission off the engine, which also presses the torque converter off the drive plate -arrow-.

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Scheme 402

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

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Scheme 403

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

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Scheme 404

ENGINE FROM 06.2010, REMOVING

Special tools and workshop equipment required

  1. Pry Lever - Rmv Outside Mirror 80 - 200
  2. Used Oil Collecting and Extracting 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 as well as Supplementary Set VAS 6131/11, VAS 6131/13 and qty. 3 VAS 6131/10-2
  6. Drip Tray VAS 6208
  7. Hose Clamps Up to 25 mm Dia. 3094
  8. Hose Clip Pliers VAS 6362
  9. Ball Joint Puller T10187

Removing

Note. With lock carrier installed, engine is removed downward with transmission and subframe. During installation, all cable ties must be installed at the same location. Collect escaping coolant in a clean container for disposal or reuse.

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

Note. To rotate the driveshaft freely, move the selector lever into "N".

CAUTIONDanger of causing damage to electrical components when disconnecting the battery. Complete the steps for disconnecting the battery. Pay attention to the waiting period for vehicles with urea injection.

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

Empty coolant circuit. Refer to LEAK DETECTION .

Extract the power steering oil from the reservoir with 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 left and right front wheels.

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

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

Place the VAS 6208 under engine.

Remove the coolant hose from the left coolant pipe by loosening the hose clamp -arrow- and letting the coolant drain out.

Disconnect electrical connector -3- on the engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor on radiator -G83-.

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Scheme 405

Remove the right lower coolant hose from the radiator by lifting the clamp -1- and let the coolant drain out.

Note. Ignore -2-.

Loosen the hose clamps, remove the coolant hoses from the heat exchanger -arrows- and let the coolant drain out.

Remove the coolant hose from the right coolant pipe by loosening the hose clamp -arrow- and letting any remaining coolant drain out.

Carefully pull the engine cover -arrows- off the 4 bolts one after the other.

Pull the cover -arrows- over the radiator, to do this disconnect the lower coolant hose.

Remove the coolant hose; to do this, loosen the hose clamp -1-.

Note. Ignore -2-.

Open the cover over the terminal 30 wire junction 2 -TV22- -arrow-.

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Scheme 406

Remove the bolt -1-.

Remove the bolts -2- from the battery jump start terminal -U6- and free up the electric wire.

Remove the air guide hose by loosening the hose clamps -arrows-.

Disconnect the connector -3-.

Remove the bolts -1- and -2-, remove the throttle valve control module -J338- from the intake tube.

Note. Place a cloth underneath to soak up any escaping power steering fluid.

Clamp a remove the power steering pump hydraulic hose -1- with the 3094.

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

Note. Ignore -2-.

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

Remove the clamp bolts -1- and -5-.

Remove the bolts -3- and -4- and then remove the refrigerant lines from the A/C compressor.

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

Note. Ignore -2-.

Loosen the hose clamps -2 and 3- and remove the air guide hoses.

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Scheme 407

Note. Ignore -1-.

Remove the air guide pipe; to do this, loosen the hose clamps -arrows-.

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Scheme 408

Disconnect electrical connector -arrow-.

Disconnect the vacuum hose -arrow- leading to the brake booster.

WARNINGVery hot fuel can burn your skin. In extreme cases, the fuel lines and the fuel itself in vehicles with a common rail engine can be as hot as 100 °C (212 °F) after the engine has been turned off. Let the fuel cool down before opening any line connections otherwise there is a danger of scalding. Wear protective gloves. Wear safety glasses. There is a risk of injury because the fuel is under pressure. To reduce pressure in fuel system, lay a clean cloth around the connector and carefully loosen connector.

Remove the fuel supply -1- and return lines -2 and 3- on the plenum chamber bulkhead.

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Scheme 409

Remove and disconnect the connector -2- for the heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) -G39-.

Free up the electrical wire.

Note. Ignore -1, 3 and 4-.

Remove the heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) -5-.

Remove the NOX sensor -G295- -4- and free up the electrical wire.

Secure the NOX sensor to the body.

Note. Ignore -1, 2 and 3-.

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

CAUTIONThe plenum chamber cover could be damaged. Coat the transition area between the windshield and plenum chamber cover with soapy water and carefully pull the cover vertically up out of the retainers on the windshield, beginning at the edge of the window.

Remove gasket -5-.

Carefully remove the plenum chamber covers -2- and -4- from the retainers on the windshield.

Remove cover for E-box, plenum chamber -arrows-.

Disconnect the connectors -1, 2 and 3- at E-box plenum chamber coupling station and free up the wiring harness.

Remove the ground (GND) connection nut -2-.

Remove engine control module (ECM) -1-. Refer to Removal and Installation .

Free up electrical wiring harness to engine.

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

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.

Remove wiring harness bolts -arrows-.

Remove brake caliper bolts -1-.

Note. Do not change brake line bent shape.

Engage brake caliper in wheel housing with wire.

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

Repeat procedure on opposite side of vehicle.

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

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

Note. Bolts -1- are removed later.

Disconnect the exhaust system at the clamping sleeve -arrows-.

Remove NOx sensor 2 -G687- -3- and free up the wiring harness on the transfer case.

Disconnect the connector -5- and free up the electrical wire.

Loosen the clamp -arrow- and remove the reducing agent injector -N474-.

Move the nuts -1- and bolts -2- and -4- and remove the SCR catalytic converter.

Remove the nuts and bolts -arrows- then remove the noise insulation bracket.

Remove the exhaust system bracket bolts -arrows- on the longitudinal member.

Remove the Exhaust gas temperature sensor 4 -G648- -arrow-.

Remove the differential pressure sensor -G505- hoses from the pressure lines on the particulate filter; to do this, loosen the hose clamps -arrows-.

Disconnect electrical connector -arrow- on the steering gear.

Remove the rear driveshaft. Refer to REAR FINAL DRIVE or REAR DRIVESHAFT .

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Scheme 410

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

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Scheme 411

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

Note. Do not bend or kink selector lever cable.

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

CAUTIONRisk of distorting airbag spiral spring. Separate universal joint from steering gear only when front wheels are in straight ahead position. Secure steering wheel with adhesive tape to prevent position of steering wheel and steering gear from changing.

Remove the universal joint bolt -B-. Refer to Description and Operation .

Remove universal joint from steering gear.

Place the V.A.G 1782 under the disconnection point.

Loosen the hose clamp -arrow- and disconnect the left fluid line on the lock carrier leading to the power steering cooler.

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

Note. Observe the rules of cleanliness for working on automatic transmissions. Refer to REPAIR INFORMATION .

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

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

Remove the nut -1- on the right longitudinal member and disconnect the ground (GND) wire from the threaded pin.

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

Prepare Scissor Lift Platform

Equip scissor-type assembly platform VAS 6131 A with support set VAS 6131/10 and supplementary set VAS 6131/11 and VAS 6131/13 as follows

Platform CoordinatesParts from Support Set VAS 6131/10, Supplementary Set VAS 6131/11 and VAS 6131/13
B2/10-1/10-2/10-5/11-1
G2/10-1/10-2/10-5/11-1
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
B14/10-1/10-3/10-5/10-7
G14/10-1/10-3/10-5/10-7

First manually secure the mounting elements to the VAS 6131 A.

Position the scissor lift table horizontally.

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

Guide scissor lift table under the engine/transmission subassembly.

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

Ensure threaded spindles are completely installed.

Attach mounting elements from the VAS 6131/10 and VAS 6131/13 at the left and right on the transmission carrier as shown in the illustration.

Position mounting elements VAS 6131/13 at the left and right on the suspension struts as shown in the illustration.

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

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

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

Attach mounting element base plates to the VAS 6131 A and tighten to 20 Nm.

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

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 engine-transmission assembly with subframe out of engine compartment while lowering. Carefully guide the suspension struts past the longitudinal members.

Lower the engine/transmission sub-assembly using the VAS 6131 A.

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

ENGINE AND AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 0C8, SEPARATING

Special tools and workshop equipment required

  1. Support Set VAS 6131/10, Supplementary Set VAS 6131/12, VAS 6131/13 and Transmission Support VAS 6131/14
  2. Bracket 30 - 211 A
  3. Socket T40058
  4. M10 x 35 bolt and washer
  5. M10 x 45 bolt and nut

Procedure

  1. Engine/transmission assembly removed and placed on the VAS 6131 A.

Equip the scissor-type assembly platform VAS 6131 A with the support set VAS 6131/10 and support set VAS 6131/12, VAS 6131/13 and transmission support VAS 6131/14 as follows

Note. The other attachments remain unchanged.

Platform CoordinatesParts from the Support Set VAS 6131/10, and Supplementary Set VAS 6131/12, VAS 6131/13 and Transmission Mount VAS 6131/14
E1/13-7
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

Secure the front joint support VAS 6131/13-7 into the threaded holes in the engine with a M10 x 45 bolt -1- and nut -2-.

Install the joint support on the VAS 6131 A and tighten it to 20 Nm.

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

Scheme 412

Scheme 412

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

Secure VAS 6131/12-2 and M10 x 35 bolt -arrow- and washer.

Remove the particulate filter bracket bolts -arrows-.

Remove the bolt -arrow- on the preliminary catalytic converter strap.

Disconnect the -2- exhaust gas temperature sensor 3 -G495- brown connector.

Free up the electrical wire.

Note. Ignore -1-.

Remove the bolts -1- and -2- and then remove the heat shield from the turbocharger.

Remove the nuts -arrows- and then remove the preliminary catalytic converter and particulate filter.

Free up the coolant hoses -arrow-.

Loosen hose clamp -2- and lift clamp -4- to remove the coolant hoses.

Free up the transmission vent hose -arrow-.

Remove the bolts -1- and -3- ; then remove the left coolant pipe on the back of the transmission.

Remove the bolts -arrows- that attach the front driveshaft to the transfer case. Refer to FRONT FINAL DRIVE or FRONT DRIVESHAFT .

Note. Place a cloth underneath to soak up any escaping ATF. Observe the rules of cleanliness for working on automatic transmissions. Refer to REPAIR INFORMATION .

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

Remove the bolt -arrow- and remove the ATF lines.

Scheme 413

Scheme 413

Remove the generator -1-. Refer to GENERATOR, AIR COOLED .

Remove the starter. Refer to STARTER [for engine(s) CATA] .

Insert the T40058 guide pins as follows

  1. The large diameter -arrow 1- faces the engine.
  2. Small diameter -arrow 2- points to adapter.

To loosen the torque converter bolts, counterhold the crankshaft using the T40058.

CAUTIONComponents could be destroyed by the camshaft timing chain jumping off. Only turn the crankshaft in the direction of engine rotation -arrow-.

Remove the cover -arrow-.

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

Remove the transmission/engine bolts -3 through 10-.

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

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

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

ENGINE, INSTALLING

Tightening Specifications

Note. Tightening specifications only apply to lightly greased, oiled, phosphate 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 degreased parts. Tolerance for torque specifications +/- 15%.

ComponentNm
Bolts and nutsM69
M715
M820
M1040
M1265

Battery Jump Start Terminal -U6- Pins

Tighten the bolt -1- for the battery jump start terminal to 15 Nm.

Ground Connection in the Right of the Plenum Chamber

Tighten the nut -2- to 9 Nm.

Tighten the nut -1- to 15 Nm.

Engine to Automatic Transmission 09D

ItemBoltNm
1, 2M10x7045
3, 4, 5, 7M12 x 8080
6M12x7080
8, 9, 10M10x7045
AAlignment sleeves for centering

Engine and 8-Speed Automatic Transmission 0C8

ItemBoltNm
1M10x7065
2M10x9065
3, 4, 5, 7M12 x 8080
6M12x7080
8, 9, 10M10x7045
AAlignment sleeves for centering

Installing

Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following

Note. Replace bolts which have been tightened to an additional torque. Replace bolts for securing torque converter to the drive plate with new original bolts, Replace self-locking nuts and bolts as well as sealing rings, seals and O-rings. The hose connections as well as the air guide pipes and hoses must be free of oil and grease before installing. Secure all hose connections with hose clamps appropriate for the model, During installation, all cable ties must be installed at the same location.

Install the engine supports and engine mount. Refer to SUBFRAME ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW .

Make sure the rear centering bushing -arrow- is installed into the crankshaft; install a missing centering bushing.

Scheme 414

Scheme 414

Vehicles Built through 05.10

Make sure the alignment sleeves -A- for centering the engine and transmission in the cylinder block are present. Insert the alignment sleeves if they are missing.

CAUTIONRisk of destroying ATF pump coupling plate by inserting torque converter incorrectly. Check torque converter installation dimension.

Scheme 415

Scheme 415
  1. When the torque converter is installed correctly, distance -a- between the lower contact surface of threaded holes at torque converter and contact surface of bell housing on the automatic transmission 09D is at least 22 mm.

Note. If torque converter is not completely inserted, distance is approximately 10 mm.

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

Vehicles Built from 06.10

Make sure the alignment sleeves -A- for centering the engine and transmission in the cylinder block are present. Insert the alignment sleeves if they are missing.

CAUTIONRisk of destroying ATF pump coupling plate by inserting torque converter incorrectly. Check torque converter installation dimension.
  1. When the torque converter is installed correctly, distance -a- between the lower contact surface of threaded holes at torque converter and contact surface of bell housing on automatic transmission 0C8 is at least 23 mm.

Note. If torque converter is not completely inserted, distance is approximately 0.43 in.

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

Scheme 416

Scheme 416

All Vehicles

Tighten the transmission to the engine.

CAUTIONRisk of destroying transmission due to torque converter inserted incorrectly. 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 torque converter cannot be rotated, the ATF pump coupling plate and therefore the transmission are destroyed when connections are tightened to final torque.

Tighten the torque converter. Refer to TRANSMISSION, INSTALLING Removal and Installation .

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

Install the power steering fluid line. Refer to Description and Operation .

Install Air Conditioner (A/C) compressor. Refer to Removal and Installation .

Install the starter and generator. Refer to STARTER [for engine(s) CATA] .

Install the ribbed belt. Refer to RIBBED BELT .

Install ATF lines. Refer to ATF PIPES AND ATF COOLER Removal and Installation .

Vehicles Built through 05.10

Tighten the front driveshaft to the transfer case. Refer to FRONT FINAL DRIVE or FRONT DRIVESHAFT .

Vehicles Built from 06.10

Attach the front driveshaft to the transfer case. Refer to FRONT FINAL DRIVE or FRONT DRIVESHAFT .

All Vehicles

Install the left rear coolant pipe to the transmission. Refer to COOLANT PIPES OVERVIEW .

Install the preliminary catalytic converter and particulate filter. Refer to MUFFLER OVERVIEW .

Install the turbocharger heat shield. Refer to TURBOCHARGER OVERVIEW .

Vehicles Built through 05.10

Slowly guide the engine/transmission subassembly with subframe into body from below using the VAS 6131 A. Be careful not to damage the boots on the drive axle.

Next, raise engine/transmission subassembly high enough using the VAS 6131 A until dimension -a- is reached between subframe and body.

  1. Dimension -a- = 7.87 in.

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

All Vehicles

Continue raising engine/transmission subassembly with subframe using the VAS 6131 A.

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

Tighten bolts for subframe, engine carrier and transmission carrier only to specified torque. Refer to SUBFRAME ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW and Description and Operation ; do not tighten further (tighten bolts only after axle alignment).

WARNINGRisk of accident due to loose connections. Vehicle must not be driven in this condition.

Install universal joint on steering gear. Refer to Description and Operation .

Vehicles Built from 06.10

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

Attach the rear driveshaft to the transfer case. Refer to REAR FINAL DRIVE or REAR DRIVESHAFT .

Vehicles Built through 05.10

Tighten the rear driveshaft to the transfer case. Refer to REAR FINAL DRIVE or REAR DRIVESHAFT .

All Vehicles

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 selective catalytic reduction (SCR) catalytic converter. Refer to MUFFLER OVERVIEW .

Install the NOX sensor, heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) -G39-, throttle valve control module -J338-, air filter housing, air filter and engine control module. Refer to Removal and Installation .

Install the air duct hoses and screw-type clamps. see scheme 187

Scheme 417

Scheme 417

Install the fuel filter. Refer to FUEL FILTER .

Tighten the fuel cooler pump -V166- to the longitudinal member. (Scheme 418)

Install refrigerant lines. Refer to Removal and Installation .

Electrical connections and routing. Refer to appropriate SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAM.

Install the cover for the plenum chamber E-box. Refer to Removal and Installation .

Follow the instructions for connecting the battery. Refer to BATTERY, DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING .

CAUTIONRisk of destroying control modules with excess voltage. Do not use a battery charger for starting assistance!

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

Fill engine oil and check oil level.

Before starting engine for the first time, check the fluid level in power steering reservoir. Refer to General Information .

Note. The power steering pump must not run dry.

Fill the refrigerant circuit. Refer to LEAKING OR DAMAGED COMPONENTS EXCEPT A/C COMPRESSOR, ACCUMULATOR OR RECEIVER - CIRCUIT EMPTY OF REFRIGERANT .

Connect the coolant hose to the coupling. see scheme 189

Scheme 418

Scheme 418

Fill with coolant COOLING SYSTEM, DRAINING AND FILLING .

Note. Do not use drained coolant in the following situations: If the cylinder head or cylinder block was replaced. If the coolant is contaminated.

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

Align and tighten the transmission carrier. Refer to ATF PIPES AND ATF COOLER .

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

Install the front wheels. Refer to WHEEL, CHANGING AND MOUNTING

Perform axle alignment. Refer to VEHICLE ALIGNMENT OVERVIEW .

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 .

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

On a vehicle 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
  3. Adapter 10 - 222 A /19
  4. Engine Sling 2024 A and Bracket 2024 A/1
  5. Bracket T10014
  6. Engine Support Basic Set T40091
  7. Engine Support Supplement Set T40093

Removing

Remove the ribbed belt tensioner. Refer to RIBBED BELT TENSIONER .

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

Remove the air guide hose by loosening the hose clamps -arrows-.

Remove the left and right engine mount nuts -arrow-.

Scheme 419

Scheme 419

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

Remove the nuts and bolts -arrows- on the refrigerant line clamps.

Scheme 420

Scheme 420

Note. To position the 10 - 222 A /19 on the longitudinal members, move the refrigerant lines slightly to the side.

Mount the 10 - 222 A with the engine supports T40091/3 and 2 spindles onto bolted fender edges.

Scheme 421

Scheme 421
  1. The spindles are positioned forward.

Attach both spindles to the rear engine lifting eyes.

Install the other components of the 10 - 222 A as illustrated; when doing this, place the 10 - 222 A /19 on the notches in the longitudinal members.

Scheme 422

Scheme 422

Slide support T40091/2 into both connectors T40093/4 with slide T40093/5.

WARNINGRisk of accident due to loose supporting elements. Secure T40091/2 with connector pins and T40093/4.

Install the T10014 into the hole in the ribbed belt tensioning element.

Scheme 423

Scheme 423

Remove eyelet for the 2024 A.

Install the bolt -1- into the center hole in the engine sling and secure it with a cotter pin.

Scheme 424

Scheme 424

Attach the engine sling bolt to the front spindle of the engine support bridge.

Install the bracket 2024 A/1 to the left side of the engine sling.

Attach the 2024 A to the right front engine lifting eye and to the T10014.

WARNINGRisk of accident due to unsecured engine sling. Secure the mounting hooks and pins on the engine support bridge using securing pins -arrows-.

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

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

Installing

Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following

  1. For the correct tightening specifications, refer to «SUBFRAME ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW»(ref-491745-S03135827522012073100000) .

Note. The hose connections as well as the air guide pipes and hoses must be free of oil and grease before installing. Secure all hose connections with hose clamps appropriate for the model, .

Install refrigerant lines. Refer to Removal and Installation .

Install the wheel housing liner. Refer to Removal and Installation .

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

Install the air duct hose and screw-type clamps. see scheme 187

Install the ribbed belt tensioner. Refer to RIBBED BELT TENSIONER .

ENGINE CARRIER

Removing

Remove the left and right engine bracket. Refer to ENGINE MOUNT .

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

CAUTIONRisk of distorting airbag spiral spring. Separate universal joint from steering gear only when front wheels are in straight ahead position. Secure steering wheel with adhesive tape to prevent position of steering wheel and steering gear from changing.

Remove the universal joint bolt -B-. Refer to Description and Operation .

Remove universal joint from steering gear.

Remove the nut -1- on the right longitudinal member and disconnect the ground (GND) wire form the threaded pin.

Remove the left and right coupling rod nuts -arrow- on the stabilizer bar.

Scheme 425

Scheme 425

Vehicles Built through 05.10

Remove the bolt -arrow- and move the fuel cooler pump -V166- to the side.

Remove the bolts -arrows-.

Scheme 426

Scheme 426

Lift the clips -1-, loosen the hose clamps -3- and -4- and remove the air duct hoses.

Remove the air duct pipe.

Note. Ignore -2-.

Vehicles Built from 06.10

Remove the cover -2-.

Scheme 427

Scheme 427

Remove the bolt -3- and the balance weight -1-.

All Vehicles

Mark location of subframe and engine carrier to 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 of removal. Note the following

  1. Tightening specifications, refer to «SUBFRAME ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW»(ref-491745-S03135827522012073100000), see scheme 175.

Note. The hose connections as well as the air guide pipes and hoses must be free of oil and grease before installing. Secure all hose connections with hose clamps appropriate for the model

Install the engine carrier.

Install the air guide pipe. Refer to AIR DUCT PIPES AND AIR DUCT HOSES OVERVIEW, VEHICLES BUILT THROUGH 05.10 .

Install subframe. Refer to Removal and Installation .

Tighten the fuel cooler pump -V166- to the longitudinal member. (Scheme 418)

Install universal joint on steering gear. Refer to Description and Operation .

Install engine bracket. Refer to ENGINE MOUNT .

Scheme 428

Scheme 428: SPECIAL TOOLS

Special tools and workshop equipment required

  1. Lifting Tackle 3033
  2. Engine and Transmission Holder VAS 6095 with Bracket for V6 TDI Engine, Audi A8 VAS 6095/1-4
  3. Shop Crane VAS 6100
  4. Lift Arm Ext./Workshop Hoist VAS 6101

Scheme 429

Scheme 429

Special tools and workshop equipment required

  1. Engine Support Bridge 10 - 222 A
  2. Bracket with Spindle and Hook 10 - 222 A /10
  3. Adapter 10 - 222 A /19
  4. Engine Sling 2024 A and Bracket 2024 A/1
  5. Bracket T10014
  6. Engine Support Basic Set T40091

Scheme 430

Scheme 430

Special tools and workshop equipment required

  1. Pry Lever - Rmv Outside Mirror 80 - 200
  2. Used Oil Collecting and Extracting 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 as well as Supplementary Set VAS 6131/11, VAS 6131/13 and qty. 3 VAS 6131/10-2
  6. Drip Tray VAS 6208

Special tools and workshop equipment required

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Scheme 431

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Scheme 432

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Scheme 433

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Scheme 435

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Scheme 436
  1. Hose Clamps Up to 25 mm Dia. 3094
  2. Hose Clip Pliers VAS 6362
  3. Ball Joint Puller T10187
  4. Bracket 30 - 211 A
  5. Socket T40058
  6. Engine Support Supplement Set T40093
  7. Not illustrated
  8. Joint Support VAS 6131/13-7