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HOMESERVICE MANUALSAUDI2007S8REPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE PERFORMANCETUNE-UP5.2L - ENGINE MECHANICAL, ENGINE CODE(S): BSM19 - ENGINE - COOLING SYSTEMCOOLING SYSTEM COMPONENTS, REMOVING AND INSTALLINGLEFT COOLANT PIPE, REMOVING AND INSTALLINGLEFT COOLANT PIPE, REMOVING AND INSTALLING

2007 Audi S8

Left Coolant Pipe, Removing and Installing

2007 Audi S8SECTION Left Coolant Pipe, Removing and Installing

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

Fig 1: Hose Clamp Pliers V.A.G 1921

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Hose clamp pliers V.A.G 1921

Removing

Remove engine → Engine, Removing .
Leave engine with transmission installed on scissor lift platform VAS 6131 A.

Fig 2: Removing Bolts, Oil Dipstick Guide Tube Upward & Loosening Hose Clamps And Removing Left Coolant Pipe From Coolant Hoses

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Remove bolts - 2 - and - 3 -.
Pull oil dipstick guide tube upward and off - arrow -.
Loosen hose clamps - 1 - and - 4 - and remove left coolant pipe from coolant hoses.

Installing

Installation is in reverse order of removal, note the following:

NOTE:

Replace O-ring.
Secure all hose connections with hose clamps appropriate for the model .

Replace O-ring at guide tube for oil dipstick and insert guide tube into hole in oil pan (upper section).
Install engine → Engine, Installing .

Tightening specifications

Component	Nm
Left coolant pipe to cylinder head	9

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.