Removing and installing aerial amplifier for mobile telephone R86 (Avant) — AUDI

🧭 Before you start

Fits: Audi A4 B6/B7 (8E)

🔩 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. Switch off all electrical equipment.
2. Remove ignition key.
3. Remove luggage compartment side trim (right-side): General body repairs, interior70Trim panels (Avant).
4. Remove the bass loudspeaker R100.
5. Unscrew nuts (3) (3 Nm) and remove aerial amplifier for mobile phone R86(2) downwards. — 3 Nm (2.2 lb-ft)
6. Unplug connectors at aerial amplifier for mobile telephone R86(2).
7. Unscrew bolts (1) (2 Nm) and remove aerial amplifier for mobile phone R86(2) from bracket. — 2 Nm (1.5 lb-ft)
8. Installation is performed in reverse sequence.

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