Cooling system, draining and filling: Draining

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Audi A8, 2009 Audi A8, 2008 Audi A8, and 2007 Audi A8. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE:

Drained coolant must be stored in a clean container for disposal or reuse.

CAUTION: Risk of scalding due to hot steam and hot coolant.

When the engine is warm the cooling system is under pressure.
To reduce pressure, cover coolant reservoir cap with cloth and carefully open.

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Remove front sound insulation by loosening fasteners - 1 -.

NOTE:

Ignore items - 2, 3, 4 -.

Place drip tray for workshop crane VAS 6208 under engine.

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Remove drain plug - 1 - on Map Controlled Engine Cooling Thermostat F265 and allow coolant to drain.

NOTE:

Ignore - 2 -.

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Remove drain plug - arrow - at front coolant pipe and drain coolant.