Safety Warning

DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.

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2004 Audi A8

Engine, removing and installing: Installing

2004 Audi A8SECTION Installing

NOTE:

During assembly, replace self-locking nuts and bolts.
Always replace bolts that are tightened to torque as well as O-rings and gaskets.
Secure all hose connections using hose clamps appropriate for the model type .
During installation, all cable ties must be re-installed at the same location.
During installation, re-install all heat insulation sleeves and heat shields at the same locations.

Install torque converter →
- 32 - TORQUE CONVERTER for 6 SPD. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 09E ALL WHEEL DRIVE
- 32 - TORQUE CONVERTER for 6 SPD. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 09L ALL WHEEL DRIVE
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Make sure alignment sleeves for engine to transmission are installed in cylinder block. Install if necessary.
No needle bearing is installed in crankshaft on vehicles with automatic transmission.
Before connecting engine and transmission, rotate torque converter and engine drive plate so that holes or threaded holes stands at height of opening of removed starter.

To secure torque converter to drive plate, use new original ribbed bolts .

Fig 1: Removing Torque Converter From Drive Plate

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Attach torque converter to drive plate, 3 bolts.

NOTE:

To tighten torque converter bolts, counter hold main bolt of crankshaft.

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.