PDF 23370 Audi 3.0T Magnetic Supercharger Drain Plug Installation

Skill Level
3 - Advanced
Audi 3.0T Magnetic Supercharger Drain Plug Advanced Skills &
Installation w/Supercharger Service Experience Recommended
Proper service and repair procedures are vital to the safe, reliable operation of all motor vehicles as well as the personal safety of those performing the repairs. Standard safety procedures and precautions (including
use of safety goggles and proper tools and equipment) should be followed at all times to eliminate the possibility of personal injury or improper service which could damage the vehicle or compromise its safety.
AUDI 3.0T MAGNETIC SUPERCHARGER DRAIN PLUG INSTALLATION W/SUPERCHARGER SERVICE ES#3234457
INTRODUCTION
Today, we will install our ECS Tuning magnetic supercharger drain plug into our Audi B8 S4 3.0T. Keep in mind that this installation process
should apply to all 3.0T equipped vehicles. Our magnetic drain plug features a permanent magnet fastened to the plug body that attracts and
holds small ferrous metal particles inside the supercharger oil. The magnet then holds on to these metal particles and prevents them from
circulating through the supercharger, which can cause premature wear to bearings and other internal surfaces. The plug body is constructed
of a 316 stainless steel for corrosion and deformity resistance, and it retains the factory sized 3/16” size Allen key for easy removal and installation.
It is worth noting that this drain plug can be installed without removing the supercharger and replacing the oil, but it will require some small
fingers and a bit of patience. Be sure to check out our project overview section to see why it can be worth the extra effort of removing and
servicing the supercharger. Read these instructions completely first and then we’ll guide you through the entire process step by step. Just to
make sure you have everything you need, reference the required tool list on Page 4 before you begin. Thank you for looking to ECS Tuning
for all your performance and repair needs, we appreciate your business!
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Kit Contents & Suggested Replacement Parts.........................................pg.3
Required Tools and Equipment.....................................................................pg.4
Shop Supplies and Materials..........................................................................pg.5
Installation and Safety Information.............................................................pg.6
Project Overview................................................................................................pg.7
Supercharger Component Identification..................................................pg.8
Removing the Supercharger..........................................................................pg.9
Installing the ECS Magnetic Supercharger Drain Plug..........................pg.26
Reassembly...........................................................................................................pg.29
Bleeding the Cooling System.........................................................................pg.31
Belt Routing Diagram.......................................................................................pg.39
Schwaben Tools..................................................................................................pg.40
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KIT CONTENTS
3.0T Magnetic Supercharger Drain Plug

(QTY 1)
SUGGESTED REPLACEMENT PARTS
SC Oil - 150mL G13 Coolant - 1.5 Liter Upper Plenum Seal Breather Pipe Seal
(G070000A1 - QTY 1) (G013A8JM1 - QTY 1) (079129717D - QTY 6) (WHT004793A - QTY 2)
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REQUIRED TOOLS Note: The tools required for each step will be listed by the step number throughout these instructions.
Standard Automotive Tools Required For This Install Available On Our Website
• Protecta-Sockets (for lug nuts)............................................... ES#2221243 • 1⁄4” Drive Ratchet....................................................................... ES#2823235

• 3/8” Drive Ratchet............................................................... ES#2765902 • 1⁄4” Drive Deep and Shallow Sockets.......................... ES#2823235
• 3⁄8” Drive Torque Wrench................................................ ES#2221245 • 1⁄4” Drive Extensions......................................................... ES#2823235
• 3⁄8” Drive Deep and Shallow Sockets......................... ES#2763772 • Plier and Cutter Set.......................................................... ES#2804496
• 3⁄8” Drive Extensions........................................................ ES#2804822 • Flat and Phillips Screwdrivers............................................ ES#2225921
• Hydraulic Floor Jack........................................................ ES#240941 • Jack Stands.................................................................................. ES#2763355
• Torx Drivers and Sockets...................................................... ES#11417/8 • Ball Pein Hammers
• 1⁄2” Drive Deep and Shallow Sockets............................... ES#2839106 • Pry Bar Set...................................................................................... ES#1899378
• 1⁄2” Drive Ratchet • Electric/Cordless Drill
• 1⁄2” Drive Extensions • Wire Strippers/Crimpers
• 1⁄2” Drive Torque Wrench.................................................... ES#2221244 • Drill Bits
• 1⁄2” Drive Breaker Bar........................................................... ES#2776653 • Punch and Chisel Set
• Bench Mounted Vise • Hex Bit (Allen) Wrenches and Sockets............................ ES#11420
• Crows Foot Wrenches • Thread Repair Tools.................................................................... ES#1306824
• Hook and Pick Tool Set................................................... ES#2778980 • Open/Boxed End Wrench Set.............................................. ES#2765907
Specialty Tools
• Belt Tensioner Wrench

• 3/16” Hex (Allen) Key
• Schwaben Locking Hose Clamp Pliers............................ ES#2702616
• Schwaben Coolant Refill/Air Purge Tool........................ ES#2712734
SHOP SUPPLIES AND MATERIALS

Standard Shop Supply Recommendations: We recommend that you have a standard inventory of automotive shop supplies before
beginning this or any automotive repair procedure. The following list outlines the basic shop supplies that we like to keep on hand. Shop
supplies with a hyperlink are available on our website.
• Hand Cleaner/Degreaser - Click Here
• Pig Mats - for protecting your garage floor and work area from spills and stains - Click Here
• Spray detailer - for rapid cleaning of anything that comes into contact with your paint such as brake fluid - Click Here
• Micro Fiber Towels - for cleaning the paint on your car - Click Here
• Latex Gloves - for the extra oily and dirty jobs - Click Here
• Medium and High Strength Loctite Thread lock compound - to prevent bolts from backing out - Click Here
• Anti-Seize Compound - to prevent seizing, galling, and corrosion of fasteners - Click Here
• Aerosol Brake/Parts Cleaner - for cleaning and degreasing parts
• Shop Rags - used for wiping hands, tools, and parts
• Penetrating oil - for helping to free rusted or stuck bolts and nuts
• Mechanics wire - for securing components out of the way
• Silicone spray lube - for rubber components such as exhaust hangers
• Paint Marker - for marking installation positions or bolts during a torquing sequence
• Plastic Wire Ties/Zip Ties - for routing and securing wiring harnesses or vacuum hoses
• Electrical tape - for wrapping wiring harnesses or temporary securing of small components
INSTALLATION NOTES
• RH refers to the passenger side of the vehicle.
• LH refers to the driver side of the vehicle.
• Always use the proper torque specifications.
• If applicable to this installation, torque specifications will be listed throughout the document and at the end as well.
• Please read all of these instructions and familiarize yourself with the complete process BEFORE you begin.
GENERAL PREPARATION AND SAFETY INFORMATION

ECS Tuning cares about your health and safety, please read the following safety information. This information pertains to automotive
service in general, and while it may not pertain to every job you do, please remember and share these important safety tips.
• Park your car in a safe, well lit, level area.
• Shut the engine off and remove the key from the ignition switch.
• Make sure any remote start devices are properly disabled.
• ALWAYS wear safety glasses.
• Make sure the parking brake is applied until the vehicle is safely lifted and supported.
• Whether lifting a vehicle using an automotive lift or a hydraulic jack, be sure and utilize the factory specified lift points.
• Lifting a vehicle in an incorrect location can cause damage to the suspension/running gear.
• ALWAYS support the vehicle with jack stands.
• ALWAYS read and follow all safety information and warnings for the equipment you are using.
NEVER get underneath a vehicle that is supported only by a jack, and

ALWAYS make sure that the vehicle is securely supported on jack stands.
PROJECT OVERVIEW
“Is it really worth it for me to remove the supercharger
and change the oil? Can’t I just install the drain plug
and be done?”
The question above is absolutely a valid one; is it

REALLY worth it to go through all of the effort of
removing the supercharger in order to install the
magnetic drain plug? We can’t answer this question
for you, not everyone is comfortable with tackling a
job such as a supercharger service. What we can do,
however, is show you the benefits of this extra effort.
In the end, the decision is yours to make.
Reason #1:
The photo on the right shows the supercharger
oil which we removed from our 2013 B8 S4 with
only 19,500 miles on it. The discoloration alone is
enough to make us squirm, never mind the small
metallic particles floating around in there! Audi This is the oil we removed This is 150 mL of fresh
claims that this fluid is good for the life of the from our 2013 S4 with supercharger oil
supercharger and does not need to be replaced, only 19,500 miles on it
we believe that this photo proves that otherwise.
Reason #2:
There is no way to check the fluid level inside the supercharger with it installed on the engine, and you can’t fill the oil with it installed
either. The only way to accurately fill the supercharger oil to the correct level is to completely drain all of the oil and refill it with the 150mL
system capacity.
By taking the extra time to remove the supercharger and replace the oil when you install your new magnetic drain plug, you will be giving
yourself the peace of mind to know that the supercharger oil is:
• Fresh, clean, and free of metallic particles
• Filled to the proper level, preventing any cavitation or abnormal wear
The choice is yours, now let’s get to it!
SUPERCHARGER COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION

Let’s take a moment and
review the supercharger
components and what
they are called. We
will refer to all of these
components throughout Charge air cooler
the instructions. Since bleeder screw
many of these parts can Control valve
be known by several elbow
Throttle valve
different names, we
(throttle body)
want to take this time to
ensure that we are all on
the same page.
Please reference the

photo on the right which Charge air cooler
shows the supercharger bleeder screw
out of the engine bay.
Familiarize yourself with
the names of all of the
highlighted components,
then let’s get started! Throttle valve
adapter plate
Control valve
(used to control boost)
REMOVING THE SUPERCHARGER

Step 1: 10mm Socket & Ratchet - or - 10mm Wrench
With the ignition switched on, disconnect the negative (-) battery
terminal. Cover the negative battery post it cannot accidentally
come into contact with the terminal. Let the system discharge for
several minutes before continuing with this installation.
If you have opted to replace the magnetic drain

plug without removing the supercharger, please
skip this step and jump ahead to step 2 on Page 26.
Step 2:
Strut tower brace Coolant
Working under the hood, remove the intake system, engine covers, reservoir cap
strut tower brace (if equipped), and the coolant reservoir cap.
Intake
system Engine covers

Step 3:
Safely lift and support the vehicle, then remove the OEM insulation
panel (or belly pan).
Step 4:
The radiator drain valve is located on the lower radiator hose where
it meets the lower RH corner of the radiator. Rotate this valve Drain
counter-clockwise to drain the coolant into a suitable drain pan or valve
bucket.
Coolant will drain

To reduce the mess, slide a 3/8” ID hose over the from HERE
drain valve opening, then route the hose into
your drain pan or bucket.

Step 5:
Remove the heat insulation from the RH side of the supercharger.

Note the orientation and the placement of this insulation for proper
reinstallation.
You may notice masking tape on the OE crank vent pipe

connections throughout these instructions. Our S4 has
the ECS catch can system installed, and we needed to
remove those catch can hoses for visibility. You will not
need to disconnect the crank vent pipe from the valve OE crank vent
covers unless you decide to replace the pipe once the pipe connection
supercharger has been removed.
Step 6:
Remove the heat insulation from the LH side of the supercharger.

Note the orientation and the placement of this insulation for proper
reinstallation.

Step 7:
Release the control valve electrical connector and slide it off of the
control valve.
Step 8:
Lift up on the rubber mount which secures the EVAP canister purge
valve on top of the supercharger, then release the purge valve line
from the fitting.
Normal installed state: The tabs To remove: Squeeze the knurled sides of the
keep the hose “locked” in place. locking ring together and the tabs will expand
out and unlock, allowing you to pull the
connector off of the fitting.
Tab Tab Tab Tab

Step 9:
Flip the EVAP canister purge valve over and release the electrical
connector.
Step 10:
Place the EVAP canister purge valve somewhere out of the way such
as the wiper tray as shown in the photo.

Step 11:
Release the throttle valve electrical connector and slide it off of the
throttle valve.
Step 12:
Mark the electrical connectors on the vacuum actuators and the MAP Vacuum actuators
sensor with a marker or with paint, then release them. MAP sensor
(back side of
supercharger

Step 13:
Mark all of the vacuum hoses on the vacuum actuators on top of the
supercharger with a marker or with paint, then release them.
Step 14:
Disconnect the LH boost pressure sensor (arrow) and swing the

harness out of the way.

Step 15:
Gently lift the brake booster vacuum line (highlighted in GREEN) out
of its mounting clips (arrows).
Step 16: T25 Torx
Remove the two screws which hold the vacuum line bracket along
the LH side of the supercharger.

Step 17:
Disconnect the RH boost pressure sensor (arrow) and swing the

harness out of the way.
Step 18:
Pull the fuel line out of the fuel line mounting bracket on the RH side
of the supercharger, then swing the line out of the way.

Step 19:
Gently lift the plastic trim off of the fuel line mounting bracket.
Step 20: T25 Torx
Remove the two screws which hold the fuel line mounting bracket.

Step 21:
It’s a good practice to mark the direction of your supercharger and

drive belts before removing them, we’ve done so here with masking
tape.
Step 22:
From this point forward you will notice that we have removed the
lock carrier from our vehicle. This is NOT a necessary step, we only
did this for better visibility throughout these instructions.

Step 23:
Next, we need to release the supercharger belt tensioner so we can

remove the belt. If you can see it, there is a retaining feature built
into the tensioner assembly. When the tensioner rotated clockwise
(tension is taken off of the belt,) you can slide a 3/16” drill bit through
the tensioner to lock it in the released position.
This is an optional step since there’s not a ton of room

to work on the front of the engine, but if you can use
this retaining feature it makes belt removal a breeze!
Step 24: Tensioner Wrench (or 16mm Socket & Ratchet), 3/16” Drill Bit
Rotate the supercharger belt tensioner clockwise to release the

tension from the belt, then remove the belt.

Step 25: T30 Torx
Locate and remove the upper screw which secures the left front
coolant pipe assembly to the engine.
Step 26: T30 Torx
Locate and remove the lower screw which secures the left front
coolant pipe assembly to the engine.

Step 27: Pliers
Release the clamps which hold the coolant hoses onto the front of
the supercharger.
Step 28:
Remove the hoses from the front of the supercharger, then swing
the entire left front coolant pipe assembly out of the way.

Step 29: 13mm Socket & Ratchet
Use compressed air to remove any dirt or debris from around the
supercharger. The LAST thing you want is to have something fall
into the plenum while you’re removing the supercharger!
Once the area has been thoroughly cleaned, remove the six nuts
which secure the supercharger to the plenum (circled in the photo).
Step 30:
Slowly lift the supercharger upward and off of the engine, ensuring
that all connections have been released and nothing gets hung up in
the process.
The supercharger has four lift points, one on each corner.

Try placing long dowel rods or 1/2” extensions through these
lift points to use as handles while lifting the supercharger
off of the engine as shown in the photo.

Step 31: Small Pick
Inspect the six plenum seals for signs of wear or damage. These seals
can be wiped clean and reused, but it’s a good idea to replace them
if they have become hardened from engine heat cycling. These seals
can be found on our website by clicking HERE.
Plenum seals
Step 32:
Breather pipe
Locate the breather pipe which connects the PCV assembly to the
bottom of the supercharger. This pipe can sometimes stick in the
bottom of the supercharger and must be reinstalled into the PCV
assembly. We suggest replacing both of the seals on this pipe now
while it’s accessible, they can be found on our website by clicking
HERE.
Cover the intake ports and the breather pipe

with clean towels or masking tape to prevent
any contaminants from falling in.

Step 33:
With the supercharger out of the engine bay, carefully inspect all of
the wiring harnesses and pipes underneath for any signs of damage,
wear, or evidence that a critter has made a nest and chewed into
wires (shown in the photo on the right).
Critter
damage
Step 34: T20 Torx

T20
This is a great time to replace the OE crank vent pipe (highlighted screw
in GREEN). The only way to access this pipe is to remove the
supercharger, so now would be the time to replace it. A single screw
secures the pipe to the PCV assembly, then the pipe can be pulled
out towards the rear of the vehicle and removed.
• Pre-Facelift (-2012) models will require part #: 06E103217AD
• Facelift (2013+) models will require part #: 06E103217AF
We also recommend that you inspect the thermostat, coolant hoses,
fuel injectors, vacuum lines, etc. Replace any parts which are worn
out or damaged as needed.
INSTALLING THE ECS MAGNETIC SUPERCHARGER DRAIN PLUG

Step 1:
With the supercharger removed, now it’s time to drain and refill the
supercharger oil, then we can install our new magnetic drain plug.
Let’s proceed:
Drain plug
Step 2: 3/16” Hex (Allen) Key
Remove the OEM supercharger drain plug.
It’s worth noting that this drain plug uses

an SAE hex (allen) key size, it is NOT metric.
If you have opted to replace the magnetic drain plug

without removing the supercharger, please jump
ahead to the second half of step 5 on Page 28.

Step 3:
Now it’s time to drain the supercharger oil. This step takes a little
time and patience, so don’t worry if you feel like it is dragging along.
The supercharger needs to be elevated and rolled onto its side so
that the drain plug is at the lowest point for the oil to properly drain.
We secured a chain to one of the lifting points on the top of the
supercharger to give our arms a rest. Be sure to drain the oil into a
CLEAN cup, you will want to be able to measure the amount of oil
you recover so you know how much to put back in.
Pivot the supercharger around while draining to ensure that you get
out as much oil as possible. The entire oil capacity is 150mL (5.2 fl oz),
but it is highly unlikely that you will get 100% of that out. There will
be trace amounts of oil which coat the inner walls and bearings inside
the supercharger.

Step 4:
The LH cup in the photo shows the oil we drained from our
supercharger after only 19,500 miles, while the RH cup shows the
entire system capacity. As you can see, we didn’t get 100% of the oil
to drain, but we were able to get approximately 95% of it.
There is no available documentation from VW/Audi about refilling

the oil, nor is there any documentation from Eaton. In our case, since
we were able to drain around 95% of the oil, we felt confident that
we could refill the supercharger with the full 150 mL without any
risks. Use your best judgment when deciding whether you want to
put the entire 150mL into the supercharger, or if you want to put
back in what you drained out.
Step 5:
Use a suitably sized clean funnel to refill the supercharger oil. Next,
thread the new ECS magnetic supercharger drain plug into place
until it makes contact, then rotate it an additional 1/8 turn.
If you have opted to replace the magnetic drain

plug without removing the supercharger, your
installation is now complete.
REASSEMBLY
Step 1:
Remove the towels or tape used to protect the breather pipe and
intake ports. Carefully lower the supercharger onto the engine,
being careful not to snag any hoses or wiring harnesses along the #5 #3
way. Reinstall the six supercharger nuts and torque them to 20 Nm
(15 Ft-lbs) in the order shown in the photo on the right. #2 #1
#4 #6
Step 2:
Reinstall the supercharger belt, all vacuum lines, electrical

connectors, and coolant hoses in reverse order of removal. Make
sure that the coolant drain valve on the radiator has been CLOSED
before proceeding to the next steps.
A belt routing diagram has been included for

reference. To jump to it, simply click HERE.
BLEEDING THE COOLING SYSTEM

Overview:
The cooling system must be filled using a 50/50 mix of distilled

water and G13 coolant, but first we need to ensure that the battery
is connected, the ignition switch is turned to ON (key on, engine
OFF), and the heater controls are set to full heat (both sides of the
passenger compartment for vehicles equipped with dual-zone
climate control). Once these steps have all been completed you can
refill the cooling system with one of the following procedures:
1. Utilizing our Schwaben Coolant Refill/Air Purge Tool (shown in

the upper photo on the right).
• This tool kit uses compressed air to draw a vacuum on the
entire cooling system, then that vacuum is used to draw in
fresh coolant into the system without any air pockets.
• We will outline this procedure in detail starting on Page 31.
2. Manually bleed the cooling system.

• This procedure starts at the heater hoses (outlined in the
lower photo on the right), then at the supercharger.
• We will outline this procedure in detail on Page 37.
Heater hoses
BLEEDING THE COOLING SYSTEM - SCHWABEN AIR PURGE TOOL

Overview: Filler neck adapters
Gauged valve
Take a moment to fa-
assembly
miliarize yourself with Suction
the components which valve
make up the Schwaben
-15
Air Purge Tool. We will
-1
0
-2
0
be referring to each
-25
-5
of these components -30
0
by name during these inHg
instructions.
To begin, select the Intermediate

correct size rubber filler valve
neck adapter to fit into
your coolant reservoir, Suction
install the gauged valve hose
assembly into the cool- Venturi
ant reservoir and hold adapter
the entire assembly sta-
Air line from
tionary while you turn Venturi discharge
compressor
the knob clockwise until hose
it is snug. Attach the
venturi adapter to the
gauged valve assembly
via the built in quick
connector.
Suction hose
Venturi pickup
valve

Step 1:
Ensure that all of the

valves are CLOSED on -15
Suction valve
both the venturi adapt- (CLOSED)
-1
0
-2
0
er and the gauged valve
assembly. Attach the air -15
-25
-5
-1
line from the air com-
0
-2
0
pressor to the 1/4” air
-25
-5
fitting on the venturi
0
-30 0
-30
inHg inHg
adapter.
Point the venturi dis-

charge hose downward Intermediate valve
and away from any Gauge should (CLOSED)
electrical components read “0”
(some fluid may vent
out of this hose during
the process of drawing a
vacuum on the system). Venturi discharge
hose
Leave all of the valves
closed, the gauge
should read “0”.
Venturi valve
(CLOSED)

Step 2:
Open the venturi valve

and the intermediate -15
Suction valve
valve, this will cause (CLOSED)
-1
0
-2
0
air to rush out of the
open ended hose (this -15
-25
-5
-1
can be quite loud) and
0
-2
0
the gauge reading
-25
-5
should begin to climb.
0
-30 0
-30
inHg inHg
You should notice that

the radiator hoses will
collapse inward, this is
normal. Intermediate valve
Gauge should climb (OPEN)
Wait until the gauge to “-15 to -25 in-Hg”
reading stabilizes, then
continue to draw vac-
uum for another 20-30
seconds to be sure you Venturi discharge
have the maximum hose
vacuum you can achieve
(this can be as low as -15
in-Hg, and as high as -27
in-Hg, you will NOT be
able to reach -30 in-Hg).
Venturi valve
Some fluid may vent
(OPEN)
out of this hose

Step 3:
Close the intermediate

valve FIRST, then close -15
Suction valve
the venturi valve. Watch (CLOSED)
-1
0
-2
0
the gauge for 2-5 min-
utes, if the gauge read- -15
-25
-5
-1
ing begins to drop this
0
-2
0
indicates that you either
-25
-5
have a leak in the system
0
-30 0
-30
inHg inHg
or the gauged valve as-

sembly may not have a
sufficient seal to the filler
neck (using an incorrect Intermediate valve
adapter can cause this). Gauge reading (CLOSED)
should HOLD
If the gauge reading Completely submerge the
does not fluctuate, you suction hose pick up in
can disconnect the air 50/50 mixture of coolant
line from the air com- and distilled water
pressor and proceed
with filling the system
Insert the suction hose

and pickup into a con-
tainer filled with a 50/50
mixture of coolant and
distilled water.
Venturi valve
(CLOSED)

Step 4:
SLOWLY open the

suction valve, you will -15
Suction valve
see the coolant mixture (OPEN)
-1
0
-2
0
begin to flow through
the suction hose and -15
-25
-5
-1
into the system. Monitor
0
-2
0
the coolant mixture level
-25
-5
inside the container, and
0
-30 0
-30
inHg inHg
ensure that the suction

hose pickup is always
completely submerged
in the mixture, DO NOT Intermediate valve
allow the suction hose Gauge reading will (CLOSED)
to draw any air into the drop down to “0”
system. If the level in
the container is getting
low but the gauge has
not dropped to zero (0),
close the suction valve,
refill the container, then
reopen the suction valve
again.
Once the gauge reads

zero (0), the system is
full. Open the interme-
diate valve and remove Venturi valve
the gauged valve assem- (CLOSED)
bly from the filler neck.

Step 5:
Double check the coolant level in your system, top off the mixture if it
is low, or use a turkey baster to remove any excess coolant if it is too
high. After any cooling system service has been performed, be sure to
run the engine up to operating temperature to confirm temperature
gauge and cooling fan operation.
We recommend flushing the Cooling System Refill/Air

Purge Tool after every use with clean water, then allow the
tool to air dry before placing it back into the molded case.
Step 6:
Charge air cooler bleeder
Even with the use of our Schwaben Cooling System Refill/Air Purge
screws (see Page 38)
Tool, we still highly recommend that you bleed the cooling system
from the charge air cooler bleeder screws located on the back of the
supercharger. This procedure is outlined in detail on Page 38.
BLEEDING THE COOLING SYSTEM - MANUAL PROCEDURE

Step 1: Locking Hose Clamp Pliers
Heater Heater
Pour a 50/50 mix of distilled water and G13 coolant into the coolant core core
reservoir (not shown). Then, remove the wiper cowl and locate the
heater hoses underneath. Loosen the clamp on the upper heater
hose, then slide the clamp back far enough so it is not securing the Bleed
hose to the heater core. Next, slide the heater hose off the heater hole
core just until only the bleeder hole is exposed. The end of the hose Bleed
is long enough so it will remain on the heater core with the bleed hole
hole exposed. The upper LH illustration shows the heater hose in its Clamp
installed position, note that the clamp secures the hose to the heater
core in front of the bleed hole so the system is sealed. Clamp
Heater
The upper RH illustration shows the heater hose pulled back so the Heater
hose
bleeder hole is unobstructed, allowing air to escape, yet the hose is hose
still pushed over the end of the heater core.
Fill the coolant reservoir until coolant runs out the hole in the Extend the opening
heater hose. Since the opening of the coolant reservoir is lower than of the coolant
the heater hoses, you will need to extend the opening using, for reservoir so it is
example, an old coolant hose. You need to make it so that the “high higher than the
point” of the reservoir is higher than the heater hoses, this will force heater hoses
all of the air out of the system. Once coolant flows from the hole in
the heater hose, reinstall the hose and proceed to the next page.
BLEEDING THE COOLING SYSTEM - MANUAL PROCEDURE

Step 2:
Charge air cooler
Activate “Coolant circuit bleeding” through VAG-COM, or start the
bleeder screws
engine. We need the secondary coolant pump to be energized and
pump coolant through the supercharger cooling circuit for this to
work. You will want to place a cloth or rag around the charge air
cooler bleeder screws to catch any coolant which spills during this
procedure.
Open one of the bleeder screws at a time, one to two rotations

should be all that is required in order to allow coolant to pass
through the hole in the top of the screw. Once you see a steady
stream of coolant flowing through the top of the screw you can
close it. It is important to note that these bleeder screws are made of
plastic and they can be extremely brittle. It is best to only turn them
until the head of the screw bottoms out, any more than that and you
risk breaking the head of the screw off inside the charge air cooler.
Repeat this procedure on the other charge air cooler bleeder screw,
then check the coolant reservoir level and top off if needed. Reinstall
the engine covers and any other components which have been
removed.
Your 3.0T Magnetic Supercharger Drain Plug

installation is complete!
BELT ROUTING DIAGRAM

Please reference the photo on the right for the
locations of belt driven accessories and the
routing of both the engine accessory belt and
the supercharger belt.
Supercharger Belt
Accessory Belt
SC: Supercharger Pulley
I: Supercharger Belt Idler
T: Supercharger Belt Tensioner
CRANK: Crank Pulley (drives both belts)
WP: Water Pump Pulley I

I: Accessory Belt Idler I
T
T: Accessory Belt Tensioner T
A/C: A/C Compressor
ALT: Alternator
Click HERE to return to reassembly

and cooling system bleeding.
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Your 3.0T Magnetic Supercharger Drain Plug installation is complete!
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What is the purpose of the magnetic drain plug?

What is the purpose of the magnetic drain plug?

What steps are involved in removing the supercharger?

What steps are involved in removing the supercharger?

Skill Level

3.0T Magnetic Supercharger Drain Plug

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SHOP SUPPLIES AND MATERIALS

GENERAL PREPARATION AND SAFETY INFORMATION

NEVER get underneath a vehicle that is supported only by a jack, and

The question above is absolutely a valid one; is it

SUPERCHARGER COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION

Please reference the

REMOVING THE SUPERCHARGER

If you have opted to replace the magnetic drain

REMOVING THE SUPERCHARGER

Coolant will drain

REMOVING THE SUPERCHARGER

Remove the heat insulation from the RH side of the supercharger.

You may notice masking tape on the OE crank vent pipe

Remove the heat insulation from the LH side of the supercharger.

REMOVING THE SUPERCHARGER

Tab Tab Tab Tab

REMOVING THE SUPERCHARGER

REMOVING THE SUPERCHARGER

REMOVING THE SUPERCHARGER

Disconnect the LH boost pressure sensor (arrow) and swing the

REMOVING THE SUPERCHARGER

Step 16: T25 Torx

REMOVING THE SUPERCHARGER

Disconnect the RH boost pressure sensor (arrow) and swing the

REMOVING THE SUPERCHARGER

Step 20: T25 Torx

REMOVING THE SUPERCHARGER

It’s a good practice to mark the direction of your supercharger and

REMOVING THE SUPERCHARGER

Next, we need to release the supercharger belt tensioner so we can

This is an optional step since there’s not a ton of room

Rotate the supercharger belt tensioner clockwise to release the

REMOVING THE SUPERCHARGER

Step 26: T30 Torx

REMOVING THE SUPERCHARGER

REMOVING THE SUPERCHARGER

The supercharger has four lift points, one on each corner.

REMOVING THE SUPERCHARGER

Cover the intake ports and the breather pipe

REMOVING THE SUPERCHARGER

Step 34: T20 Torx

INSTALLING THE ECS MAGNETIC SUPERCHARGER DRAIN PLUG

Step 2: 3/16” Hex (Allen) Key

Remove the OEM supercharger drain plug.

It’s worth noting that this drain plug uses

If you have opted to replace the magnetic drain plug

INSTALLING THE ECS MAGNETIC SUPERCHARGER DRAIN PLUG

INSTALLING THE ECS MAGNETIC SUPERCHARGER DRAIN PLUG

There is no available documentation from VW/Audi about refilling

If you have opted to replace the magnetic drain

Reinstall the supercharger belt, all vacuum lines, electrical