Radiator removal: Audi Front bumper cover exploded view

🧭 Before you start

Fits: Audi A8 D3 (4E, 2002–2010)

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• On vehicles without single-frame grille, centre air grille must be removed before adjusting ACC sensor.

🔩 Torque settings

Values can differ between engine variants — check the code stamped on your block.

ℹ️ Always cross-check the exact figure against your vehicle's factory manual before final tightening — a wrong torque can damage the engine. These values are extracted from workshop data and may not cover every variant or revision.

📋 Procedure

1. Use bolt (1) to attach (5 Nm) cover for bumper (2) to intake manifold. — 5 Nm (3.7 lb-ft)
2. To remove, release fasteners (arrows) and pull grille (2) to front out of cover (1).
3. To remove, release fasteners (arrows) and pull grille (1) to front out of cover (2). [Note: On vehicles without single-frame grille, centre air grille must be removed before adjusting ACC sensor.] [Note: When renewing the cover on “S 8” models with vehicle identification no. up to 021081, a template must first be positioned on the wings .]
4. To remove, release fasteners (arrows) and pull grille to front out of bumper cover.
5. Bumper cover removed

6. Unscrew all bolts (12x) (arrows) and take radiator grille out of cover.
7. When installing, tighten bolts to 1 Nm. — 1 Nm (0.7 lb-ft)
8. To remove, unscrew bolts (2) and pull number plate holder (1) out of radiator grille (downwards at an angle).
9. Number plate holder removed
10. Removal does not involve taking out radiator grille.
11. Insert screwdriver through both holes at radiator grille (arrows) and release retaining springs (arrow) at cover.
12. Swivel top of cover in (direction of arrow) to front out of radiator grille.
13. When installing, fit bottom of cover on domes and then engage fully in radiator grille (top).
14. Re-install number plate holder.
15. Prior to removal, mask bumper cover above and below bumper guard with fabric adhesive strip to prevent paintwork damage.
16. Working inwards, gradually release fasteners over bumper guard (2).
17. Press trim strip (1) sideways towards bumper guard and detach trim strip.

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