Removal and installation trim (Sedan) (Audi A4 B6)

Table of contents: Removal ↓ Installation ↓ D-pillar ↓ Roof closing strip ↓ Rear entry strip ↓ Shelf ↓ Side trim of the trunk ↓ Rear overlap ↓

Removal

Caution: When disconnecting the air bag system cables, be sure to observe air bag safety precautions, refer to Section General information and safety precautions.

4. Remove the rear seat side cushions, refer to Section Removal and installation the rear seat.

5. Remove the clip (3) under the side cushion.

6. Detach the side shelf and lift it up, refer to the relevant Section.

7. Disconnect the C-pillar trim (1) at the spring clip (4) and remove it.

Installation

1. Lift the shelf and insert the C-pillar trim into the grooves on the shelf.

2. Further installation is carried out in the reverse order of removal. In this case, replace the self-locking screws (2) with new ones.

Caution: There must be no one in the vehicle when connecting the battery.

3. Remove the insulating tape from the negative battery terminal, connect the positive (+) cable first and then the negative (-) cable to the battery.

Warning: Follow the instructions in Section Replacing the battery.

D-pillar

Removal

Caution: When disconnecting the air bag system cables, be sure to observe air bag safety precautions, refer to Section General information and safety precautions.

1. To prevent the head airbag from deploying, turn off the ignition and disconnect the negative (-) and then the positive battery cables. For instructions, see Section Replacing the battery.

2. Remove the D-pillar trim, refer to the relevant Section.

3. Press down on the handle (5) and fold down the screw cover (4). To do this, insert a thin wire into the groove (7) and open the cover.

3. Press down on the handle (5) and fold down the screw cover (4). To do this, insert a thin wire…

4. Remove the screws (6).

5. Remove the screw (3) and detach the rear A-pillar trim, refer to the relevant Section.

6. Pull out the trim (1) under the B-pillar trim.

7. Disconnect the D-pillar trim (1) at the spring clips (2) and pull it out of the shelf.

Installation

1. Insert the trim into the shelf from the rear of the D-pillar.

2. Insert the hook (7) into the slot on the C-pillar trim.

3. Secure the D-pillar trim to the spring clips (2).

4. Insert the front trim under the B-pillar trim.

5. Check that the airbag adapter clip and hook are securely fastened.

6. Screw in the screw (3) and secure the trim behind the A-pillar.

7. Secure the handle with new self-locking screws (6). Replace the screw cover.

8. Place the door seal over the trim.

9. Reinstall the roof lock bar, see below.

Caution: There must be no one in the vehicle when connecting the battery.

10. Remove the insulating tape from the negative battery terminal, connect the positive (+) cable first and then the negative (-) cable to the battery.

Warning: Follow the instructions in Section Replacing the battery.

Roof closing strip

Removal

1. Disconnect the roof locking strip (1) at the spring clips (2) from the grooves (3) and remove.

Installation

1. Installation is performed in the reverse order of removal.

Rear entry strip

Removal

1. Remove the lower B-pillar trim, refer to Section Removal and installation the lower trim of the B-pillar.

2. Remove the C-pillar trim.

3. Remove the rear seat side cushion, refer to Section Removal and installation the rear seat.

4. Disconnect the input strip at the three spring clamps and remove.

Installation

1. Installation is performed in the reverse order of removal.

Shelf

Removal

1. Depending on equipment: Fold down the rear seatback or remove it, refer to Section Removal and installation the rear seat.

2. Disconnect the C-pillar trim from the shelf on the left and right.

3. Remove the left and right rear seat side cushions, refer to Section Removal and installation the rear seat.

4. Non-reclining rear seat: Disconnect the lower center seat belt.

5. Remove the speaker grille (3) from the shelf using a plastic wedge.

5. Remove the speaker grille (3) from the shelf using a plastic wedge.

6. Depending on the equipment, remove 3 or 4 screws (4).

7. Unscrew the 3 screws securing the sun blinds in the trunk from below and pull the blind forward.

8. Pull the shelf (1) forward (arrow), detach it at the edge (2) and remove it upward.

Installation

1. Installation is performed in the reverse order of removal.

Side trim of the trunk

Removal

1. Open the trunk and remove the floor cover.

2. Remove the rear deck lining.

3. Remove the rear seat back, refer to Section Removal and installation the rear seat.

4. Remove the bolts securing the luggage rack eyes.

5. Disconnect the side trim at the four spring clips at the top and rear and remove upwards. If necessary, first open the side panel cover in the trim.