6-Cylinder Gasoline Engine 2.9L TFSI

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Engine Cover, Removing, Version 1

Fig 1: Engine Cover 3.0L TFSI

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-- Carefully pull the engine cover off of the retaining pins -arrows- one after the other. Do not pull on the engine cover abruptly to remove it or pull on one side.

Engine Cover, Removing, Version 2

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-- Carefully pull the engine cover off of the retaining pins -arrows- one after the other. Do not pull on the engine cover abruptly to remove it or pull on one side.

Heat Shield, Removing

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-- Remove the ball pins and bolts -arrows- and remove the heat shield -1-.

Installing

CAUTION:

There is a risk of fire and damage when the heat shield and/or engine cover is missing.

The heat shield and engine cover must always be installed before closing the hood.
Without the heat shield and engine cover installed, the engine must not be started or the vehicle driven with the hood closed.

-- To avoid damage, do not hit the engine cover with fist or a tool.

-- Position the engine cover and at the same time, pay attention to the oil filler tube and oil dipstick.

-- Press the engine cover first in the rubber grommets on the left side and then in the rubber grommets on the right side.