Audi R8 2015 - Engine, Gearbox, Final Drive and Steering: Checking for Leaks and Damage; Vehicle (from Below): Checking for Damage

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– Check play at coupling rod -1-.
– Check anti-roll bar bush -2- for damage.
Drive shaft:
– Check bushes of drive shafts -arrows- all around for damage
and make sure they are seated correctly.
– Repeat checks for components on opposite side of vehicle.
– If faults are found on any of the above components: Renew
relevant component.
3.26 Engine, gearbox, final drive and steer‐
ing: checking for leaks and damage
Removal steps:
– Remove noise insulation ⇒ page 4 .
Procedure:
– Check engine and engine ancillaries from below for leaks and
damage.
– Check radiator and cooling circuit for leaks and damage.
– Check refrigerant circuit for damage (check air conditioner
compressor, condenser and refrigerant lines including con‐
nections).
– Check gearbox, final drive and steering for leaks and damage.
– If faults are found: repair or renew relevant component.
3.27 Vehicle (from below): checking for dam‐
age
Procedure:
– Check underbody carefully and thoroughly for damage and
loose fasteners.
– If faults are found: Renew missing fastener or damaged com‐
ponent.
Audi R8 2015 ➤
Maintenance - Edition 03.2016
40 3. Maintenance