Removing and installing sliding door — AUDI

🧭 Before you start

Fits: platform codes 2EA, 2ED, 2EH, 2EX, 2EB, 2EE, 2EK, 2FC, 2FF, 2FL, 2FZ, 2FG, 2FM

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• Further dismantling requires the help of a second mechanic. — Mark position of bolts (2).

📋 Procedure

1. Switch off ignition and all electrical consumers.
2. Release motor coupling .
3. Remove sliding door trim General body repairs, interior70Trims/insulation; Removing and installing sliding door trim.
4. Using a screwdriver, carefully unclip cover cap (1) on end of guide rail and swivel it out upwards.
5. Unscrew tensioning bolt (3).

6. Remove rear tensioning retainer (2) together with drive belt (4).
7. Push front tensioning bracket (2) towards vehicle interior out of guide.
8. Pull tensioning bracket (2) together with drive belt (1) towards front (direction of (arrow)) and out of guide rail (3).
9. Release and disconnect connectors (1).
10. Guide wiring harness out of sliding door.
11. ⚠ Further dismantling requires the help of a second mechanic. — Mark position of bolts (2).
12. Remove bolts (2) (qty. 3) from retainer (1).
13. Pull wiring harness (1) out of sliding door.
14. Remove bolt (2) from upper retainer (1).
15. Move sliding door back until roller carriage is completely pushed out of guide rail.
16. Release motor coupling .
17. Check and adjust drive belt .

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