Removing and installing main fuse holder: Audi R8

🧭 Before you start

Fits: Audi R8 (4S, 2015–)

📋 Procedure

1. Disconnect battery and detach positive cable from battery.
2. Remove luggage compartment aerial for entry and start system .
3. Remove control unit for Haldex coupling 39Haldex coupling; Removing and installing control unit.
4. Slacken off nut (3) several turns and disconnect battery clamp (2) of positive cable from positive battery terminal.
5. Remove nuts (arrows).

6. Detach fuse holder (1).
7. Remove bolts (arrows).
8. Detach cover (1).
9. Unscrew nut (5) and detach electrical wire (6).
10. ⚠ Risk of irreparable damage to electronic components due to static discharge.Before disconnecting the electrical connection, the mechanic must discharge static by briefly touching striker plate for door or similar. — Unplug electrical connector (7) on battery isolation relay J7.
11. Remove nut (8) and move electrical wire (3) clear.
12. Unbolt electrical wiring (1, 2) and move clear.
13. Detach fuse holder (4).

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