HOUSING FOR Map Controlled Engine Cooling Thermostat -F265-, REMOVING AND INSTALLING: Removing
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Preliminary work may be required depending on the model. Refer to COOLANT PUMP/COOLANT THERMOSTAT ; Housing for Map Controlled Engine Cooling Thermostat -F265-, Removing and Installing.
-- Remove the bolt -1- using the Bit Torx T30:T10573 .
-- Remove the oil dipstick tube -2- from the belt pulley side sealing flange. (Shown on Audi A8).
-- Seal the opening with thoroughly clean plus from the Engine Bung Set:VAS 6122 .
-- Place the Shop Crane - Drip Tray:VAS 6208 underneath.
Fig 1: Housing for the Map Controlled Engine Cooling Thermostat -F265- - Tightening Specification and Sequence
-- Remove the bolts -1 to 9- and remove the housing for Map Controlled Engine Cooling Thermostat -F265-. (Shown on Audi A8 / S8.)