Radiator Coolant Pipes, Removing And Installing: Removing

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2024 Audi A6 Quattro. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

-- Remove the right front wheel spoiler. Refer to OVERVIEW - FRONT WHEEL HOUSING LINER .

-- Drain the coolant. Refer to DRAIN THE COOLANT .

Fig 1: Audi A6/A7: Lock Carrier Coolant Pipes - Tightening Specification

Courtesy of AUDI OF AMERICA, LLC

CAUTION:

There is a risk of damaging the straps on the plastic coolant pipes if they are handled incorrectly.

- Counterhold at the coolant pipe when disconnecting and connecting the coolant hose.

-- Loosen the hose clamps -1 and 3- for the coolant hoses and remove the coolant hoses.

-- Remove the bolts -2- and remove the coolant pipe -4-.