Removing and installing tail light cluster on rear lid - Avant — AUDI

🧭 Before you start

Fits: Audi A6/A7 C7 (4G, 2011–2018); platform code 4X

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• Complete inner tail light cluster must be renewed if LED is defective.Ensure that seal between body and tail light housing seals completely.
• As the nut is tightened the retainer bracket (2) becomes wedged in the rear lid.

📋 Procedure

1. Turn light switch to position "“0”".
2. Remove cover (1) towards outside of vehicle (arrow).
3. Remove bolt (4).
4. Remove nut (2) on retainer bracket (3).
5. Swivel inner tail light cluster (1) slightly outwards (arrow B) and detach from rear lid in direction of (arrow A).

6. Unplug electrical connector. [Note: Complete inner tail light cluster must be renewed if LED is defective.Ensure that seal between body and tail light housing seals completely.]
7. Fit retainer bracket (2) onto stud of inner tail light cluster (3).
8. Screw in nut (1) until it makes contact, then unscrew by 51/2 turns.
9. Position inner tail light cluster (4) at outer edge of rear lid.
10. Tighten bolt (3) and nut (1). [Note: As the nut is tightened the retainer bracket (2) becomes wedged in the rear lid.]
11. Press on cover until it engages audibly.

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