pontiacman

I have a 99 A6 quattro that had the motor swapped out with a 99 A4 V6. I had to replace the tensioner pully assembly At the time I was unaware about the front end being able to be put in a service position for more room to work. Needless to say I got it on after about 8 hours of screwing around with it to get it in. Long story short 3 days later it fell out.. I put it in the garage and NOW I have the front clip pulled out so I had more room. Upon inspection I found out that the bolt actually broke that holds the pully assembly on. So now I have to drill it out. In order to do that I have to pull the front carrier all the way off. I disconnected everything (I think) But I can't figure out how to drain the radiator or get the hoses off. And I can't seem to find anything online that tells me how either. Could someone PLEASE help me out and tell me how I can drain the radiator and disconnect the hoses. Also is there anything else that I need to look out for when removing the front carrier? I know the AC lines are going to stay connected I just need to drop it and move it a bit to get in there with a drill and be able to see. Thank you in advance for your time. It's greatly appreciated!!
Chris.
Also Does anyone know where I could buy a new bolt? Can't seem to find anything online. And would rather not have to pull the front of another audi off in a junk yard..

Prospeeder

Radiator hoses are quick connects. pull off the metal clip, and using a good size prybar, put moderate pressure on the fitting like prying it off. But wiggle the hoses with your hand while applying pressure. It should work loose. They get really stuck. Just wiggle and work at it while prying.

pontiacman

Got it. Thank you. Anyone happen to know where I can get a new tensioner pully bolt? I got the broken one out last night. Thanks

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And here is what all the fuss was about..

ngieser

I was checking around on ebay and they have a few on there......give it a shot and see what you can find......

t_storm66@yahhoo.com

just go to the bone yard an look for a 92 audi a6 you can do the timing belt an water pump an all that without removing anything except the covers so getting to the tensioner bolt shouldnt be to hard to get at.im just not sure if they are the same size goodluck