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– Remove cover for suspension strut turret (right-side) by de‐
taching spreader clip -1- and unscrewing bolt connection -2-.
– Pull cover out of retainers -arrows-.
– Remove bolts -arrows- and detach right air cleaner (top sec‐
tion).
– Unplug headlight connector -arrow- on both sides of vehicle.
– Detach bonnet seal.
– Pull out retaining clip and detach coolant hose (top) -arrow-
from radiator.
WARNING
Do not open refrigerant circuit of air conditioner.
Note
To avoid damage to the refrigerant pipes/hoses, take care not to
strain, kink or bend pipes and hoses.
Audi A8 2003 ➤
Electrical system - Edition 08.2014
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