Overview
Upgrade your failure-prone OEM coolant shutoff valve with the TGK Motorsport Audi 4.0T Coolant Shutoff Valve Delete Kit, engineered to ensure consistent coolant flow and eliminate the risk of overheating due to stuck valves. The factory coolant shutoff valve on the Audi 4.0T engine is a vacuum-actuated device located within the cooling circuit that is known to fail in the closed position, preventing coolant from circulating through the engine and causing severe overheating and potentially catastrophic engine damage.
The TGK Motorsport Delete Kit removes this failure-prone component entirely, restoring unimpeded coolant flow throughout the system. By eliminating the shutoff valve, this kit simplifies the cooling circuit and improves long-term reliability — especially in performance or hot-climate driving conditions where consistent coolant flow is essential. Whether you're daily driving or pushing your 4.0T on track, the TGK Motorsport Coolant Shutoff Valve Delete Kit delivers peace of mind and improved thermal management.
Details
Product specifications:
- Construction: CNC Billet Aluminum
- Finish: Anodized
- Fitment: Audi 4.0T Engine
- Installation: Direct OEM Replacement
- Hardware Included: Complete Kit
Features and benefits:
- Eliminates Critical Failure Point — Removes failure-prone OEM vacuum-actuated coolant shutoff valve that can stick closed and cause catastrophic overheating.
- Unimpeded Coolant Flow — Ensures consistent coolant circulation from startup to redline without restriction for optimal thermal management.
- CNC Billet Construction — Precision-machined from billet aluminum for superior durability and long-term reliability in all operating conditions.
- Simplified Cooling Circuit — Eliminates complex vacuum-actuated system for improved reliability and reduced maintenance concerns.
- Performance Optimized — Ideal for track use, hot climate driving, and high-performance applications where consistent cooling is critical.
- Direct Replacement — Simple installation with complete hardware kit included for straightforward OEM valve replacement.
Fitment
| Years | Make | Model | Engine | Trim |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011-2018 | Audi | A8 | 3.0T | All |
| 2011-2018 | Audi | A8 | 3.0T | All |
| 2012-2014 | Audi | RS6 Avant | 4.0TT V8 | Not sold new in US - grey-market/private-import only. Shares C7 4.0TT V8 platform with S6/S7/RS7 |
| 2012-2015 | Audi | A6 | 2.0T / 3.0T | All |
| 2013-2015 | Audi | S6 | 4.0TT V8 | All |
| 2013-2015 | Audi | S7 | 4.0TT V8 | All |
| 2013-2018 | Audi | A8 | 4.0T | All |
| 2013-2018 | Audi | A8 | 4.0T | All |
| 2013-2018 | Audi | S8 (D4) | 4.0TT V8 | All |
| 2013-2018 | Audi | S8 | 4.0TT V8 | All |
| 2013-2018 | Audi | S8 | 4.0TT V8 | All |
| 2014-2015 | Audi | RS7 | 4.0TT V8 | All |
| 2015-2018 | Audi | RS6 Avant | 4.0TT V8 | Not sold new in US - grey-market/private-import only. Shares C7.5 4.0TT V8 platform with S6/S7/RS7 |
| 2016-2018 | Audi | RS7 | 4.0TT V8 | All |
| 2016-2018 | Audi | S6 | 4.0TT V8 | All |
| 2016-2018 | Audi | S7 | 4.0TT V8 | All |
| 2020-2025 | Audi | S6 | 2.9TT V6 | All |
| 2020-2025 | Audi | S7 | 2.9TT V6 | All |
| 2021-2026 | Audi | RS7 | 4.0TT V8 | All |
