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Oil pump, removing and installing
2004 Audi A8SECTION Oil pump, removing and installing
Removing
- Remove lower section of oil pan → Lower part of oil pan, removing and installing .
- Remove baffle plate - arrows -.
- Secure chain tensioner for oil pump using an angled piece of wire - 2 -.
- Remove bolt - 1 - and pull off chain sprocket from oil pump.
- Remove oil pump - arrows -.
Installing
Installation is in reverse order of removal, note the following:
- Note installation position of chain sprocket for oil pump.
- Installed location: Marking points toward front.
- Install oil pan (lower part) → Lower part of oil pan, removing and installing .
Torque specifications
| Component | Nm |
| Oil pump to upper part of oil pan | 30 |
| Chain sprocket to oil pump | 34 |
| Baffle plate to upper part of oil pan | 10 |
| Oil drain plug | 50 |
RENDER: 1.0x
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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.