Removing and installing radio, telephone and navigation system aerial R52 (Saloon) — 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 roof end trim General body repairs, interior70Trim panels.
4. Remove D-pillar trim (left and right) General body repairs, interior70Trim panels.
5. Remove rear interior light W43Electrical system96Servicing interior lights.

6. Lower moulded headlining (rear) General body repairs, interior70Roof trim.
7. Unplug connector for aerial wire (arrow) at D-pillar (right-side).
8. Unplug connector for aerial wires (arrow) at D-pillar (left-side).
9. Detach aerial wires up to radio, telephone and navigation system aerial R52.
10. Unscrew nut (arrow) (6 Nm). — 6 Nm (4.4 lb-ft)
11. Lift off radio, telephone and navigation system aerial R52 from roof.
12. Installation is performed in reverse sequence.

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