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HOMESERVICE MANUALSAUDI1998A8 SEDAN (4D2) V8-3.7L (AEW)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE, COOLING AND EXHAUSTCOOLING SYSTEMSERVICE AND REPAIRCOOLING SYSTEM COMPONENTS, REMOVING AND INSTALLING
1998 Audi A8 Sedan (4D2) V8-3.7L (AEW)
Cooling System Components, Removing and Installing
1998 Audi A8 Sedan (4D2) V8-3.7L (AEW)SECTION Cooling System Components, Removing and Installing
Cooling System Components, Removing and Installing
Notes:
^ Always replace seals and gaskets.
^ Testing coolant fan, Refer to On Board Diagnostic (OBD), Electrical Equipment m. y. 1997-1999.
1. Coolant line, rear
2. From heater core
^ With vent valve
3. To heater core
^ With vent valve
4. Return hose
5. Cap for expansion tank
^ Checking, Refer to Cooling System, Testing and Inspection.
6. Expansion tank
7. Filler hose
8. Coolant thermostat
^ Replacing, Refer to Thermostat, Engine Cooling, Service and Repair.
9. Radiator
10. Coolant hose bracket
11. Coolant line
^ Connection between oil cooler and engine block
12. Oil cooler
13. Coolant line
14. Coolant line to oil cooler
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.