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Audi B5 Platform 1996 2002
2.7 Liter V6 5V BiTurbo Engine Mechanical, Engine Code s APB
10 Engine Assembly
Engine, removing and installing
Note
All cable ties opened or cut during engine removal must be reinstalled at the same
locations.
Remove engine without transmission toward the front.
Drained coolant must be stored in a clean container for disposal or reuse.
Always replace seals and gaskets.
Do not open coolant circulation system.
Removing
First determine whether a coded radio is installed. If so, determine the correct coding.
Switch ignition off and disconnect battery Ground GND strap.
Remove bolts arrows and remove engine covers A and B .
Remove cover above air filter.
Remove plenum cover.
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Remove sound proofing material arrows .
Remove bracket for sound proofing at unit support.
Drain engine coolant page 19 19
Remove front bumper
Repair Manual, Body Exterior, Repair Group 63
Remove lock carrier
Repair Manual, Body Exterior, Repair Group 50
Remove viscous fan counter hold using 3212 spanner wrench.
Note
The viscous fan has a left handed thread.
Mark direction of rotation of ribbed belt
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To loosen ribbed belt, turn clockwise using 17 mm box wrench until two holes are
aligned arrow . Counter hold in position using 3204 drift.
Note
Mark direction of rotation of ribbed belt. Reversing the direction in which it runs can ruin
it.
Remove ribbed belt.
Cut coolant hoses 1 and 2
Remove coolant reservoir arrows .
Disconnect connector for coolant level display.
Remove valve cover cylinder bank 4 6 .
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Remove hose 1 to vacuum reservoir.
Remove air distributor arrows .
WARNING
Fuel system is under pressure Before opening the system place a rag
a