Overview
Address all three of the front coolant components in the Audi 4.0T cooling system with the TGK Motorsport Ultimate Coolant Reliability Bundle — featuring our Billet Front Thermostat Piping Kit, Coolant Shutoff Valve Delete Kit, and Billet Coolant Flange. This comprehensive upgrade replaces all factory plastic fittings with 6061-T6 billet aluminum components and introduces critical sealing improvements to eliminate coolant leaks and overheating risks once and for all.
The Audi 4.0T engine's cooling system is plagued by multiple weak points that commonly result in hard-to-diagnose coolant leaks, vacuum-related failures, and even engine-threatening overheating. Each of these components is vulnerable due to the OEM use of plastic housings and minimal sealing — and all three are known to fail, often at the worst time. This all-in-one kit provides a permanent solution by replacing the front thermostat elbow, coolant shutoff valve, and main coolant flange with precision-machined billet aluminum parts designed for performance, reliability, and peace of mind.
Details
Product specifications:
- Material: 6061-T6 Billet Aluminum
- Finish: CNC Machined
- Kit Contents: Front Thermostat Piping Kit, Coolant Shutoff Valve Delete Kit, Billet Coolant Flange
- Sealing System: Dual-Gasket Design (Thermostat Piping)
- Fitment: Direct OEM Replacement
- Installation: PDF Instructions Included
Features and benefits:
- Complete Front Coolant System Upgrade — Addresses all three known failure points in one comprehensive kit for total peace of mind.
- Dual-Gasket Sealing System — Enhanced redundancy and leak prevention on the thermostat piping for superior reliability.
- Dangerous Shutoff Valve Elimination — Removes the vacuum-actuated valve that commonly fails closed, preventing overheating risks.
- 6061-T6 Billet Construction — Precision-machined aluminum components replace weak plastic fittings for motorsport-grade durability.
- Direct OEM+ Fitment — Drop-in replacement with superior materials and engineering for enhanced performance.
- Eliminates Hidden Coolant Loss — Prevents hard-to-diagnose leaks and system degradation from failing plastic components.
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 |
| 2015-2025 | Porsche | Macan (95B) | 2.0T I4 (base/T, 2017-2025) / 3.0T V6 supercharged (S, 2015-2018) / 3.6TT V6 (Turbo, 2015-2018) / 2.9TT V6 (S/GTS/Turbo, 2019-2025) | Pre-facelift (2015-2018) - see Macan95B.2 for post-facelift, different air-suspension hardware |
| 2016-2018 | Audi | RS7 | 4.0TT V8 | All |
| 2016-2018 | Audi | S6 | 4.0TT V8 | All |
| 2016-2018 | Audi | S7 | 4.0TT V8 | All |
| 2017-2019 | Audi | A4 | 2.0T | All |
| 2018-2019 | Audi | RS5 | 2.9TT | All |
| 2018-2019 | Audi | S4 | 3.0T | All |
| 2018-2019 | Audi | S5 | 3.0T | All |
| 2019-2025 | Audi | A6 | 2.0T / 3.0T | All |
| 2019-2025 | Audi | A7 | 3.0T | All |
| 2019-2027 | Audi | Q8 | 3.0T | All |
| 2020-2024 | Audi | S5 | 3.0T | All |
| 2020-2025 | Audi | A4 | 2.0T | All |
| 2020-2025 | Audi | RS5 | 2.9TT | Coupe/Sportback (2020-2024); Sportback only (2025) |
| 2020-2025 | Audi | S4 | 3.0T | All |
| 2020-2025 | Audi | S6 | 2.9TT V6 | All |
| 2020-2025 | Audi | S7 | 2.9TT V6 | All |
| 2020-2026 | Audi | Q7 | 2.0T | All |
| 2020-2026 | Audi | Q7 | 3.0T V6 (non-supercharged, post-2020 facelift) | All |
| 2021-2026 | Audi | RS7 | 4.0TT V8 | All |
