Audi A3 1997 - Detach and Re-Attach Compressor From;To Bracket (4 Cyl. Petrol Engine)

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3.5 - Detach and re-attach compressor from/to bracket (4 cyl. petrol engine)
Notes:
◆ After removing compressor, secure to chassis longitudinal member with wire or similar - do not leave com‐
pressor hanging from the refrigerant pipes.
◆ Do not drain the refrigerant circuit - do not remove refrigerant hoses from compressor.
◆ Mark direction of ribbed belt before removing - reversing the direction of rotation can destroy the belt.
◆ When removing the compressor, specially note pressure switch -F88 installed on the power steering pump.
◆ Remove secondary air pump -V101 from vehicles that have one installed.
=> Relevant Workshop Manual Engine; Mechanical Components, Repair group 15
- Removing ribbed belt.
=> Relevant Workshop Manual Engine; Mechanical Components, Repair group 13
- Remove noise insulation and division between engine compartment and right wheel housing.
=> General Body Repairs, Exterior; Repair group 50
- Remove power steering pump from bracket.
=> Relevant Workshop Manual, Running Gear
- -> Remove bolts -A- (tightening torque 45 Nm).
Notes:
◆ Before inserting the compressor, push slide bush -B- completely into the compressor hole.
◆ Removing and installing compressor bracket
=> Relevant Workshop Manual Engine Mechanical Components
3.6 - Detach and re-attach compressor from/to bracket (4 cyl. petrol engine)
Notes:
◆ After removing compressor, secure to chassis longitudinal member with wire or similar - do not leave com‐
pressor hanging from the refrigerant pipes.
◆ Do not drain the refrigerant circuit - do not remove refrigerant hoses from compressor.
◆ Mark direction of ribbed belt before removing - reversing the direction of rotation can destroy the belt.
Audi A3 1997 ➤
Heating, Air Conditioner - Edition 06.2000
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