Removing and installing air intake grille (left-side) - vehicles with 5.2 ltr. FSI engine up to model year 2012 — AUDI

🧭 Before you start

Fits: platform code 42

📋 Procedure

1. Pull telescopic section of washer jet as far as possible out of bumper cover.
2. Press apart side sections of washer jet cover (1)(arrows) and carefully disengage it from retaining pins (2).
3. Remove bumper cover (front) .
4. Carefully heat bonding surfaces on air intake grille with hot air blowerV.A.G 1416.
5. Detach air intake grille from bumper cover using removal wedge T40233.

6. Carefully press retaining clip (3) off guide lug using a screwdriver.
7. Lift fastener (2) for retaining hooks and release retaining hooks at air intake grille (1)(arrows).
8. Take air intake grille (2) out of bumper cover towards front (arrow).
9. Clean bonding surface on bumper cover with cleaning solutionD 009 401 04.
10. Peel protective film off adhesive tape.
11. Position air intake grille on bumper cover and press it on so that retaining tabs engage audibly.
12. Slide retaining clip onto retaining tab as far as stop, taking care that retaining tab does not break off.
13. Install bumper cover (front) .
14. Install cover for washer jet Electrical system92.

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