Audi A8 2003 Workshop Manual page 87

8-cylinder TDI engine (4.2 ltr. 4-valve common rail), mechanics - Edition 12.2013
– Remove bolts -arrows- for front gearbox mountings (left and
right).
– Mark installation position of subframe on longitudinal member
with felt-tip pen.
– Remove bolts -1- and -4-.
– Remove bolts -2- and -3- in a diagonal sequence and in
stages.
– Slowly lower the subframe together with the engine cross
member downwards.
– Loosen clamps -1- and -2- and move to front.
– Remove nuts on left and right -arrows- at centre bracket for
exhaust pipes.
– Press studs in mounting forwards.
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