Washer fluid reservoir - Audi RS4, removing and installing

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Top section of reservoir, removing

Fig 1: Removing Cover In Engine Compartment (Left Side)

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Remove left engine cover - 1 -.

Fig 2: Identifying Nut, Bolt, Overflow Hose, And Reservoir

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Where applicable, remove overflow hose - 2 - from reservoir - 3 -.
Remove nut - 1 - and bolt - 4 -.
Pull top section of reservoir upwards out of bottom section.

Bottom section of reservoir, removing

Upper part of reservoir removed.

Remove left front wheel.
Remove left front wheel housing liner → 66 EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT .

Fig 3: Identifying Screws, Crossbar, Electrical Connection, Washer Fluid Line, And Washer Fluid Reservoir

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Remove screws - arrows A -.
Remove screws - arrows B - and remove crossbar - 4 -.
Disconnect electrical connection - 1 - and remove washer fluid line - 2 - from retainer.
Pivot lower part of washer fluid reservoir - 3 - slightly toward rear.

Fig 4: Identifying Hose, Clamp, And Electrical Connections

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Release clamp and remove hose - 2 -.
Remove hose - 1 -.
Disconnect electrical connections - 3 - and - 4 -.
Remove washer fluid reservoir downward.

Installing

Install in reverse order of removal, observing the following:

NOTE:

Clean screw threads installed with locking compound using a wire brush. Then insert screws with locking compound. Locking compound.
Threaded holes that had self-locking screws or screws installed with locking compound must be cleaned (e.g. with a thread tap). Otherwise screws may shear off when reinstalled.
When positioning hose, ensure it engages audibly in washer fluid pump connection.

Fig 5: Identifying Washer Bottle Screw Tightening Sequence

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Tighten screws in sequence - 1 to 5 -.
Install upper part of reservoir.

Tightening torques

Component - fastener		Nm
Upper part of reservoir to	self-locking bolt M6	18 ^{1) 2)}
Body	Nut	5,5
Lower part of washer fluid reservoir to chassis		5,5
¹⁾ Replace bolt. ²⁾ Insert with locking compound; locking compound.