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How to Clean Injectors in Audi Engines

Model: Audi A3 8V, MK 3 - Years: 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019
Part: Fuel injectors

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In this video tutorial, you will see how to disassemble and clean the injectors in Audi engines. First, lift the bonnet and secure it with the appropriate prop.

Required materials include: flame-retardant washers, screws, thread grease, a pair of gloves, an additive to put in the tank, a release agent to aid in the removal of the injectors, a 17mm spanner to remove the connection between the rail and the injector, original Volkswagen injector cleaning fluid, an ultrasonic bath to immerse and clean the injectors, some oil to lubricate the injectors when reinstalling, an 8mm socket for removing the screw, and a torque wrench.

There are four injectors in question; the screws to be removed are two. After 45 minutes of cleaning the injectors, proceed to reassemble them following the entire procedure, including lubrication.


Updated on 16 May 2026 by ScegliAuto


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