Removing and installing engine compartment trim — AUDI

🧭 Before you start

Fits: platform code 42

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• Note different lengths of bolts.
• Completely screw down adjuster nut, but do not tighten.
• When tightening the bolts, the nuts of the adjuster elements automatically turn towards the mounting points of the engine compartment trim to lock it in place.

📋 Procedure

1. Remove centre engine compartment trim (front) .
2. Detach seal (2) from frame for convertible roof compartment lid. [Note: Note different lengths of bolts.]
3. Remove bolts (arrows).
4. Detach engine compartment trim (1).
5. Check freedom of movement of adjuster nut (1) of adjuster element (arrows).

6. Completely screw down adjuster nut, but do not tighten.
7. Insert engine compartment trim.
8. Tighten bolts. [Note: When tightening the bolts, the nuts of the adjuster elements automatically turn towards the mounting points of the engine compartment trim to lock it in place.]
9. Press seal completely onto frame for convertible roof compartment lid.
10. Install centre engine compartment trim (front) .

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