Removing and installing tensioning strut top switch F431 / F432 — AUDI

🧭 Before you start

Fits: platform code 42

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• Remove hydraulic cylinder; do not open hydraulic lines .
• Disregard (items 4, 6, 7, 8).
• Ignore (items 1 and 2).
• Ignore (items 3 and 4).
• Locking plate must be pressed on so that microswitch makes flush contact with mounting.

📋 Procedure

1. Remove hydraulic cylinder; do not open hydraulic lines .
2. Cut through cable ties (3 and 5).
3. Release retaining tabs (2) and open cover (1)(arrow). [Note: Disregard (items 4, 6, 7, 8).]
4. Detach locking plate (3).
5. Remove tensioning strut top switch (2) from mounting (1).

6. Remove back panel trim 70.
7. Left side: Cut through cable tie (4).
8. Unplug electrical connector (3) and move clear. [Note: Ignore (items 1 and 2).]
9. Right side: Cut through cable tie (1).
10. Unplug electrical connector (2) and move clear. [Note: Ignore (items 3 and 4).]
11. Locking plate must be pressed on so that microswitch makes flush contact with mounting.
12. Install hydraulic cylinder .

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