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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.
Torque support, removing and installing
2009 Audi A6 BaseSECTION Torque support, removing and installing
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required
- Drip tray for workshop crane VAS 6208
Removing
- Drain coolant → Cooling system, draining and filling .
- Remove bolts - arrows - for torque support.
- Place drip tray for workshop crane VAS 6208 under engine.
- Remove bolts - arrows -.
- Remove front coolant pipe from engine and from coolant pump.
- Remove torque support.
Installing
- Tightening torques → Coolant pipes, assembly overview .
Installation is in reverse order of removal, note the following:
NOTE:
- Replace bolts which have been tightened to torque.
- Replace O-rings.
- Bring torque support into installation position.
- Install front coolant pipe → Front coolant line, removing and installing .
- Position torque support stop so that rubber buffer contacts top and bottom without play and tightening bolts - arrows -.
- Fill with coolant Filling .
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.