Removing and installing trim for dash panel insert: Audi R8

🧭 Before you start

Fits: Audi R8 (4S, 2015–)

• Special tools named: T10383/1

📋 Procedure

1. Move steering wheel down and to rear as far as possible, using full range of steering column adjuster.
2. Remove steering column trim (top) .
3. Unclip trim (1) for dash panel insert using wedge T10383/1 or screwdriver (arrow) and remove towards front.
4. Unscrew bolts (2) located underneath.
5. Remove bolts (arrows).

6. Carefully lift dash panel insert (1) off dash panel, rotate it slightly and unplug electrical connectors.
7. Set down dash panel insert on a soft surface.
8. Remove bolts (1 and 2).
9. Detach cover (3) for dash panel insert.
10. Remove bolts (arrows).
11. Pull trims (1 and 2) for dash panel insert apart and detach.
12. Remove dash panel insert Electrical system90Dash panel insert; Exploded view - dash panel insert.

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