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– Remove cover over coolant expansion tank -arrows-.
WARNING
Hot steam/hot coolant may escape when opening coolant ex‐
pansion tank. Cover cap with cloth and open carefully.
– Open filler cap for coolant expansion tank.
– Remove both front wheels.
– Open quick-release fasteners -1- and detach front noise insu‐
lation.
– Place drip tray for workshop hoist - VAS 6208- beneath en‐
gine.
– Unscrew drain plug -arrow- and drain off coolant.
– Detach coolant hose -arrow- at coolant pipe and allow remain‐
ing coolant to drain out of engine.
Audi A8 2003 ➤
Electrical system - Edition 08.2014
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