Removing and installing convertible top compartment lid: Audi A4 Cabriolet B6/B7

🧭 Before you start

Fits: Audi A4 Cabriolet B6/B7 (8H)

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• Only unscrew the two outer bolts (2) to remove the convertible top compartment lid or the hinge.The hinge base plate is never to be removed.
• Do not fit mouldings from above, but rather working outwards along the flange.

📋 Procedure

1. Disengage connecting rods from hydraulic cylinders at ball studs .
2. Unscrew the bolts at the hinge on the lid end
3. Detach convertible top compartment lid.
4. Unscrew the bolts (2) from the convertible top compartment lid (1). [Note: Only unscrew the two outer bolts (2) to remove the convertible top compartment lid or the hinge.The hinge base plate is never to be removed.]
5. Remove hinge (1) on rear lid end.

6. Remove the caps from the bolts.
7. Unscrew the bolts (2) and detach the hinge.
8. Pull off clips (1) (17x) and detach insulation (2) from convertible top compartment lid (3).
9. Fit buffer stop (4) such that there is a 2 mm gap.
10. Unscrew the bolts (1) and detach the link plate (3) from the convertible top compartment lid.
11. Unscrew bolt (1), slide hold-down sideways out of convertible top compartment lid and detach.
12. Start fitting at outer mouldings.
13. Do not fit mouldings from above, but rather working outwards along the flange.
14. Press sealing strip from above onto body flange.
15. Make adjustment for any excess length towards centre of vehicle.

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