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♦ Torque wrench -V.A.G 1783-
– Use a screwdriver to prise out the cap -3-.
– Unscrew the bolts -2- (2x).
♦ Tightening torque 4 Nm.
– Detach the mount -1-.
5.4 Removing and installing roof reinforce‐
ment
Note
♦
Only fitted on vehicles with no sun roof.
♦
The brackets for attaching the moulded headliner at the front
-3- and rear -4- are bonded to the roof reinforcement and can‐
not be replaced separately.
Removing
– Remove the moulded headliner ⇒ page 245 .
– Starting at the rear, carefully detach the roof reinforcement
-1- from the roof.
Installing
– Apply new adhesive between the adhesive beads -2-.
– New roof: Apply adhesive at the recesses -2-.
– Use the adhesive with genuine part number: D 190 MKD A3.
– Wait at least 2 hours before fitting the moulded headliner.
5 - For series assembly only (can be ignored)
Audi A8 2003 ➤
General body repairs, interior - Edition 07.2011
248 Rep. gr.70 - Trim, insulation