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How to Replace the Water Pump on an Audi A6?

Model: Audi A6 C7, MK 4 - Years: 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018
Part: Pump

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To replace the water pump on an Audi A6, open the hood to access the components inside the engine bay. You will need to remove the plastic cover from the top of the engine block and radiator, allowing the radiator to be removed from its housing by unscrewing the bolts and disconnecting the connectors.

Once the radiator is removed, you can access the front of the engine, where the pulleys, belt, and water pump are located: by reducing the tension on the belt, you can access the water pump, which needs to be removed from its housing by unscrewing the bolts that hold it in place.

This will allow you to install the new replacement part and reassemble all the previously removed components.


Updated on 1 July 2026 by ScegliAuto


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