Removing and installing side member trim - allroad: Audi A4 B8

🧭 Before you start

Fits: Audi A4 B8 (8K, 2007–2015)

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• If the old side member trim is re-installed, renew the adhesive strips Special catalogue, Chemical materials.
• Before installing, peel off protective film, align fastening strip according to body contour and press on firmly.

🔩 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. To remove, unscrew bolts (bottom).
2. Starting at front and working from bottom to top, pull side member trim off velcro strip on fastening strip.
3. When installing, first engage trim at top of fastening strip.
4. Press top of trim into velcro strip and secure bottom of trim with bolts. [Note: If the old side member trim is re-installed, renew the adhesive strips Special catalogue, Chemical materials.]
5. Unscrew nuts and detach fastening strip.
6. Before installing, peel off protective film, align fastening strip according to body contour and press on firmly.
7. To remove, unscrew bolt (2) and pull out side member trim (front) (1).
8. When installing, tighten bolt to 2.5 Nm. — 2.5 Nm (1.8 lb-ft)

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