Overview - Charge Air Hose Connections: Notes

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 Audi A3 and 2015 Audi A3. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

The hose connections as well as air duct pipes and hoses must be free of oil and grease before installing.
Secure all hose connections with hose clamps that match the ones used in series production. Refer to the Parts Catalog.
In order to be able to securely mount the air duct hoses on their connections, spray the bolts on the previously used screw-type clamps with rust remover before installing.