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Cap, Replacing On Base Model

Installing

Tip

Do not apply sealant bead thicker than indicated, because otherwise the cooling system will get blocked.

-- Cover the open motor components.

CAUTION:

Risk of eye injury from the sealant residue.

- Wear protective eyewear.

-- Remove any remaining sealant from the motor -1- using, for example, a rotating plastic brush.

Fig 1: Cleaning Sealing Surfaces
GWWA17-10940Courtesy of AUDI OF AMERICA, LLC

-- Clean the sealing surfaces of oil and grease using a chemical cleaner.

-- Cut the tube nozzle at the front marking (nozzle diameter: approximately 5 mm).

Fig 2: Cut Tube Nozzle At Front Marking
GWWA17-0081Courtesy of AUDI OF AMERICA, LLC

Left Cover:

-- Apply the sealant bead -arrow- to the clean sealing surface on the cover.

GWWA19-13068Courtesy of AUDI OF AMERICA, LLC

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Right Cover:

-- Apply the sealant bead -arrow- to the clean sealing surface on the cover.

GWWA19-13067Courtesy of AUDI OF AMERICA, LLC

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-- Let the sealant harden for 24 hours.

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