Removing and installing satellite radio R146 (Avant) from MY 05 — 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. When renewing control unit, select "“Replacement”" function for appropriate control unit in "“Guided Fault Finding”".
2. Switch off all electrical equipment.
3. Remove ignition key.
4. Open luggage compartment.
5. Pull retainer (3) out of base retainer (4) until connectors are accessible.

6. Unplug connectors on satellite radio R146(2).
7. Pull retainer (3) all the way out of base retainer (4).
8. Remove bolt (1) (3 Nm). — 3 Nm (2.2 lb-ft)
9. Detach satellite radio R146(2) from retainer (3).
10. Installation is performed in reverse sequence.
11. Enable the satellite radio R146.

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