4kq PS filter removal/fluid replacement

[Jpinkowish at aol.com]

In a message dated 5/11/01 12:16:48 PM EDT, "Erik R" writes:

> I need to replace the PS fluid (black) and filter in my 864kq. It looks 
>  really easy: just unscrew the wide cover and pull it out. Nope. Doesn't 
>  unscrew. It doesn't unscrew with a merican oil wrench. Well, after 16 
years 
>  that's not much of a shock.
>  
>  So, I heat the cap up with 1500w heatgun. Nope. I chip hit the knurl with 
a 
>  hammer and a flathead. Nope.
>  
>  Given that I can actually see and access this part, and it's not 
technically 
> 
>  broken (a new problem for this Audi): Any ideas on how to unscrew this?

Before procedingand possibly cracking the reservoir, go to the boneyard and 
get a replacement.  Pull and plug your hoses.  Use a can to catch the 
drippings from the reservoir.  Pitch the old reservoir, install the new, 
reattach the hoses, and flush your PS system.

>  BTW The pentosin (in a blue container with a white cap) I have is clear 
>  yellow, like brake fluid. Is this the right stuff? The bentley says use 
>  ATF>>>?

ATF is the proper fluid to use.

HTH.

Jan Pinkowish
'85 4kq
Bristol, CT