Hood, Lids Audi Q5 I

Scheme 40

1. Hood A second person is needed during removal and installation to support and hold hood. Removing -- Remove the gas-filled strut from the hood «GAS-FILLED STRUT»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/exterior-body-panels/#hood-lids) . -- Remove nuts -4- on upper hood hinge. -- Remove the front lid. Installing -- Installation is reverse of removal. Adjusting: -- Align hood between fenders. -- Adjust height of hood over lower part of hood lock. -- Adjust hood to fenders using stop buffers.
2. Screws 21 Nm
3. Lid Hinge To remove and install, hood must be removed or supported securely. Removing -- Remove the gas-filled strut «GAS-FILLED STRUT»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/exterior-body-panels/#hood-lids) . -- Remove the bolts -2- and nuts -4-. Installing -- Installation is reverse of removal.
4. Nuts 21 Nm
5. Gas-Filled Strut Removing and installing «GAS-FILLED STRUT»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/exterior-body-panels/#hood-lids) . Install with tube end of strut at body.
6. Ball Stud 21 Nm
7. Nuts 8 Nm
8. Catch

HOOD, ADJUSTING

Special tools and workshop equipment required

1. Adjusting Gauge 3371

Hood Gap Dimensions

Scheme 41

1. Dimension -A- = 5.0 mm
2. Dimension -B- = 4.5 mm
3. Dimension -C- = 5.0 mm
4. Dimension -D- = 3.0 mm
5. Dimension -E- = 4.5 mm

Height Adjustment Stop Buffer

Scheme 42

1. Adjusting Buffer Use for adjusting the height on the front side. The adjusting buffer -2- must lightly contact the lock carrier when the hood is closed.
2. Spacer The rubber buffers -1- function as a strike guard must not contact the lock carrier when the hood is closed.
3. Hood
4. Lock Carrier

Scheme 43

1. Hood Lock Removing and installing, refer to «CABLE COUPLING»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/exterior-body-panels/#hood-lids) To adjust hood, slide up or down.
2. Hood Cable Removing -- Disconnect the release cable at the coupling, refer to «CABLE COUPLING»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/exterior-body-panels/#hood-lids) . -- Disengage the release cable from the bracket -7-. -- Pull the release cable through to the engine compartment. Installing in reverse order
3. Cable Coupling -- Slide the coupling clamp sideways onto the bracket -8- on the lock carrier. -- Disconnect the release cable here before removing the lock carrier and release lever.
4. Lid Lock Rear Cable Release cable to the operating lever in the vehicle interior.
5. Grommet Ensure correct seating when installing.
6. Actuating Lever Disengage the release cable, refer to «REMOVING HOOD RELEASE LEVER»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/exterior-body-panels/#hood-lids) .
7. Hood Lock Release Lever Operating lever cover, removing «HOOD RELEASE LEVER COVER, REMOVING»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/exterior-body-panels/#hood-lids)
8. Electrical wiring Pull the electrical wire and the hood lock cable through the lock carrier as shown.
9. Cable Tie

Scheme 44

1. Rear Cable Cable to the operating lever When removing, pull back out of the coupling.
2. Front Cable with Coupling To release, remove the clamp from the lock carrier and pull the cable back slightly out of the clamp. Fold the coupling up and lift the front cable with the end out of the coupling.
3. Lock Carrier
4. Clips Slide sideways onto the lock carrier after installing the cable.

Cable, Engaging in Hood Lock

Scheme 45

1. Front Release Cable Insert the cable end in the operating lever in the hood lock. Install the cable and guide onto the hood lock from underneath.
2. Hood Lock Engage the release cable guide in the lower part of the hood lock.
3. Lock Carrier
4. Not Applicable
5. Cable Tie Secure the wire and cable to the lock carrier with a cable tie.

Release Cable, Engaging in Hood Lock

Scheme 46

Insert the release cable end -2- in the operating lever -arrow- in the hood lock -3-.

Engage the release cable with guide -1- in the hood lock from below.

Scheme 47

1. Gas-Filled Strut Noise insulation component must be installed on the body side.
2. Lid Hinge Removing, refer to «REAR LID HINGE»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/exterior-body-panels/#hood-lids__rear-lid-hinge)
3. Rear Lid Control Module Motor
4. Rear Lid Remove rear lid trim, refer to «Removal and Installation»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim) Disconnect the connectors and remove the hose for the rear window washer. NOTE: Remove the rear lid motors on vehicles equipped with a power rear lid release. Refer to «REAR LID MOTOR ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/exterior-body-panels/#hood-lids) Second person is required to support and lift hood. Remove gas-filled struts from rear lid. Remove the bolts on the left and right lid hinges. Lift the rear lid.
5. Cover
6. Rear Lid Lock Removing and Installing, refer to «REAR LID LOCK»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/exterior-body-panels/#hood-lids)
7. Nuts 21 Nm
8. Cover
9. Seal
10. Adjusting Buffer Adjusting, refer to «ADJUSTMENT BUFFER INSTALLATION POSITION»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/exterior-body-panels/#hood-lids)
11. Screws 8 Nm
12. Striker Pin Note different versions.
13. Nut 21 Nm
14. Stop
15. Bolt 8 Nm

REAR LID, ADJUSTING

Special tools and workshop equipment required

1. Adjusting Gauge 3371

Panel Gap Dimensions

1. All rear lid measurements are given in mm with a ± 0.5 mm tolerance.

Scheme 48

1. Dimension -A- = 4.5 mm
2. Dimension -B- = 4.5 mm
3. Dimension -C- = 5.0 mm
4. Dimension -D- = 4.5 mm
5. Dimension -E- = 2.2 mm all around
6. Make sure the gap is parallel to the body.

Note. The gas-filled struts must be installed before adjusting a new rear lid.

Adjusting with Striker Pin

Note. Before adjusting, install adjustment buffer on rear lid side completely, refer to Adjusting screw for adjustment buffer, refer to Adjusting screw for adjustment buffer (Scheme 55).

Scheme 49

Remove rear cross panel trim, refer to Removal and Installation

Loosen combination nuts -1-, the striker pin -2- must be able to move.

Note different versions.

Scheme 50

Loosen combination screws, striker pin -2- with motor for closing aid -1- must be adjustable.

For easier installation, there are markings on rear cross panel you can use to adjust the striker pin.

Scheme 51

Before adjusting rear lid, completely install upper part of adjustment buffer on rear lid side (Scheme 55)

Tighten the nuts -1- by hand.

Close rear lid and align with body contour.

Rear lid lock must be engaged in main detent (2nd lug) during this.

Open the rear lid in this position and tighten the nuts -1- to the tightening specification, refer to REAR LID ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW .

Scheme 52

If the same striker pin is reinstalled, mark this location before removing.

Note. Striker pin with closing aid can only be installed in >>lid closed << position, same as delivery condition for a new part. If the same striker pin is reinstalled, open rear lid and unlock rear lid lock or latch with a screwdriver, for example. Closing aid runs in >>lid closed << position = basic position. Now remove connector from closing aid and rear lid lock can be opened again by activating grip piece in rear lid.

Tighten the nuts -1- slightly.

Close the rear lid and align it with the body contour.

Rear lid lock must be engaged in main detent (2nd lug) during this.

In this position, open the rear lid and tighten the nuts -1- to the tightening specification. Refer to REAR LID ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW .

Tighten the screws -2- for the stop on the body -1- to the tightening specification. Refer to REAR LID ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW .

Scheme 53

Turn the adjustment buffer -arrow- just enough until the closed rear lid with buffer stop on rear lid side makes contact with the stop.

Check whether rear lid still closes easily, repeat adjustment on the adjustment buffer if necessary.

If rear lid is difficult to close, screw adjustment buffer in.

Scheme 54

1. Rear Lid When adjusted correctly, adjustment buffer -3- must contact stop buffer -2- with light pretension when rear lid is closed.
2. Rear Lid Side Stop Installing, refer to Upper Stop, Lid Side (Scheme 56) Tighten screws to 8 Nm when installing.
3. Body Side Adjustment Buffer Adjustment buffer secured on body-side with bolts Tighten screws to 8 Nm when installing. Height adjustment is carried out using adjusting screw When rear lid is adjusted correctly, adjustment buffer must make contact with light pre-tension with stop on rear lid side.
4. Side Panel

Scheme 55

Before adjusting rear lid, install adjusting screw -2- with protective cap -1- completely in adjustment buffer -3

Remove the adjusting screw -2- just enough until the cap -1- makes contact with light pre-tension with stop on rear lid side when the rear lid is closed.

Check whether lid sits without play and in flush position by pushing or pulling on the side edge of rear lid below rear window.

If necessary, repeat adjustment.

Scheme 56

When installing stop -2- tighten screw -1- to 8 Nm.

Height adjustment is carried out using adjustment buffer on body side.

Scheme 57

To remove, bore out the rivet heads, drive out the rivet shafts and remove the lid.

When correctly adjusted, the adjustment buffer just contacts the lower stop on the body side; if necessary adjust the buffer.

Scheme 58

Install the stop -1- until it fits securely into the internally threaded pop rivet -2-.

The internally threaded pop rivet must fit flat when installed.

Scheme 59

1. Motor in Rear Lid Control Module -V375- for left side of rear lid Roof panel trim removed, refer to «Removal and Installation»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim) . Loosen D-pillar trim in drive unit area or push carefully to side. NOTE: Remove or install drive unit only when rear lid is completely open. Before removing driving unit, loosen lock nuts on eccentric bolts. Remove electrical connector -2-. Loosen lock nut on drive unit, refer to «REAR LID MOTOR ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/exterior-body-panels/#hood-lids) . NOTE: The eccentric bolt, refer to «REAR LID MOTOR ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/exterior-body-panels/#hood-lids) must be loose in the hinge arm hole. Release tension on eccentric bolts with a brief turn to the right, if necessary. Remove the screw -3- on the bracket -4-. Remove the screw in the hinge arm, refer to «REAR LID MOTOR ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/exterior-body-panels/#hood-lids) and remove the drive unit -1- to the side.
2. Electrical Connection Remove drive unit before removing.
3. Bolt 8 Nm
4. Bracket NOTE: Bracket is positioned with a device in factory and must not be adjusted. If bracket must be replaced, for example, when doing repairs after an accident, proceed as follows. Rear lid must be installed with gas-filled struts. Secure bracket -4- lightly with screw -5- on drive unit first. Bracket must still be moveable. Attach drive unit on rear lid hinge parallel to axle until it comes in contact with motor socket. CAUTION: Drive unit socket must fit flat against hinge axle collar. Secure the bracket -4- on body side with the screw -5- and tighten it to 21 Nm. Tighten bolt -3- to 8 Nm. Tighten the eccentric bolt with the lock nut to the drive unit to the tightening specification, refer to «REAR LID MOTOR ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/exterior-body-panels/#hood-lids) . NOTE: Upon tightening locking nuts, eccentric bolts are braced in hinge with no play. For this reason, you cannot counterhold eccentric bolt hex head with an open end wrench when tightening locking nuts. When removing drive unit, this tension is released with a small turn to the right on eccentric bolt hex head, after you have loosened locking nuts. Tighten the screw on the drive arm to 11 Nm. Refer to item 6 .
5. Bolt 21 Nm

Install the Motor in rear lid control module into the hinge

Scheme 60

1. Hex Head Eccentric Bolts NOTE: Upon tightening locking nuts, eccentric bolts are braced in hinge with no play. For this reason, you cannot counterhold eccentric bolt hex head with an open end wrench when tightening locking nuts. When removing drive unit, this tension is released with a small turn to the right on eccentric bolt hex head, after you have loosened locking nuts.
2. Locking Nut 6 Nm Before removing drive unit, loosen lock nuts on eccentric bolts. Release eccentric bolt tension in hinge arm by rotating hex head to right, if necessary. Self-locking
3. Rear Lid Drive Motor When installing, insert sideways with socket -arrow B- and loose eccentric bolts -arrow A- in hinge. NOTE: Drive unit socket must fit flat against hinge axle collar. The drive unit arm then moves correctly on the hinge arm -7-. Tighten the screw -5- to the tightening specification to attach the drive unit to the bracket Tighten the locking nuts -2- to the tightening specification Tighten the screw -6- to the tightening specification
4. Bracket NOTE: Bracket is positioned with a device in factory and should not be adjusted. If bracket must be replaced, for example, when doing repairs after an accident, proceed as described, refer to item 4 .
5. Bolt 8 Nm
6. Bolt 11 Nm Self-threading, must be replaced after removal.
7. Lid Hinge

FUEL FILL DOOR ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW

Special tools and workshop equipment required

1. Special Hook 3370
2. Adjusting Gauge 3371

Note. If removed, the tank door must be replaced.

Scheme 61

1. Emergency Release Cable -- Guide cable through opening in fuel filler door cup.
2. Fuel Filler Door Unlock Motor -V 155- Removal: -- Fuel filler door removed -- Pull the comfort system central control module -J393- into the luggage compartment and pull it forward. -- Remove the fuel tank lid unlock motor -V 155- forward off the body flange and disconnect the electrical connector. Installing: -- Slide the fuel tank lid unlock motor -V 155- onto the flange and slide the emergency release into the luggage compartment.
3. Fuel Filler Door Cover Removal (Scheme 82)
4. Fuel Filler Door -- Insert fuel filler door diagonally until catches on protruding flange engage in side panel. -- Bolt the door and the door release motor together using the bolt -4-.
5. Bolt 1.7 Nm
6. Fuel Filler Door Cup
7. Drain Hose

1. Hood A second person is needed during removal and installation to support and hold hood. Removing -- Remove the gas-filled strut from the hood, refer to «GAS-FILLED STRUT»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/exterior-body-panels/#hood-lids) . -- Remove nuts -4- on upper hood hinge. -- Remove the front lid. Installation is reverse of removal. Adjusting: -- Align hood between fenders. -- Adjust height of hood over lower part of hood lock. -- Adjust hood to fenders using stop buffers.
2. Screws 21 Nm
3. Hood Hinge To remove and install, hood must be removed or supported securely. Removing -- Remove the gas-filled strut, refer to «GAS-FILLED STRUT»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/exterior-body-panels/#hood-lids) . -- Remove the bolts -2- and nuts -4-. Installation is reverse order of removal.
4. Nuts 21 Nm
5. Gas-Filled Strut Removing and installing, refer to «GAS-FILLED STRUT»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/exterior-body-panels/#hood-lids) . Install with tube end of strut at body.
6. Ball Stud 21 Nm
7. Nuts 8 Nm
8. Catch

HOOD IMPACT GUARD

Note. The impact guard is also equipped with double-sided adhesive tape.

Scheme 62

1. Hood
2. Impact Guard To remove, remove the clip from the hood and then remove the impact guard.
3. Clip

Scheme 63

1. Retaining Clip
2. Hood Lining Installation: -- Slide the lining over the tabs on the rear edge into the holes provided on the inner panel. -- Slide the tabs on the front edge and the sides into place. -- The clips must engage audibly when pressing in.
3. Hood
4. Clip

HOOD CATCH

Remove nuts and remove catch.

Scheme 64

Scheme 65

1. Hood Lock Loosen upper bumper cover and press to side. Disconnect hood lock cable at coupling. Disconnect electrical connectors. Remove bolts -1- and -2-. NOTE: To adjust hood height, move lock up or down as required.
2. Lock Carrier
3. Bolt 15 Nm
4. Clips Install the cable and electric wire into the tab on the lock carrier and close the clip.
5. Lid Lock Electrical Wire
6. Cable Tie

Scheme 66

1. Gas-Filled Strut Engage hood side of gas-filled strut tube Removal, refer to «GAS-FILLED STRUT»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/exterior-body-panels/#hood-lids)
2. Hood
3. Nut 25 Nm
4. Hood Hinge Before removing a hinge, support hood or secure it against falling down Remove the gas-filled strut, refer to «GAS-FILLED STRUT»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/exterior-body-panels/#hood-lids) . Remove the bolts -4- and nuts -5-. Installation is reverse of removal.
5. Nut 21 Nm

Scheme 67

1. Gas-Filled Strut To remove securing spring -arrow-, raise slightly and remove gas-filled strut from ball stud. NOTE: Ensure position is correct when installing: gas-filled strut tube must be engaged on hood side.
2. Hood
3. Ball Stud On the hood side: 21 Nm

Removing

Scheme 68

Support hood or secure it from falling down.

Using a small screwdriver, lift the securing spring -arrow- slightly and remove the gas-filled strut -1- from the upper ball stud -2-.

Repeat procedure on lower ball stud.

Installation

Note. After completely removing gas-filled strut, ensure correct position when installing: gas-filled strut tube must be engaged on hood side.

Press gas-filled strut onto ball stud and engage.

Venting the Gas-Filled Strut

Scheme 69

Clamp the gas-filled strut in a vise in area -x- = 50 mm.

Note. Cover area of sawn portion with a rag to absorb oil spraying out.

Cut through the gas-filled strut within the first third of the overall cylinder length using the piston rod end of the cylinder as a reference point.

Scheme 70

1. Plenum Chamber Gasket To remove, pull back from the body flange at the sides. When installing, slide it into the sealing profile with pre-tension beginning at the sides. Press seal onto opposite side in stages. Slide seal into sealing profile on opposite side. Compress the excess length along the plenum chamber bulkhead.
2. Right Sealing Profile To remove, unclip from the body and remove it sideways under the fender flange. When installing, the clips on the foam piece must engage in the body.
3. Right Gasket Unclip from the fender mounting flange upward.
4. Left Sealing Profile To remove, unclip from the body and remove it sideways under the fender flange. When installing, the clips on the foam piece must engage in the body.
5. Left Gasket Unclip from the fender mounting flange upward.
6. Plenum Chamber Bulkhead Slide the plenum chamber seal on at the sides.

HOOD RELEASE CABLE COUPLING

1. Rear Cable Cable to the operating lever When removing, pull back out of the coupling.
2. Front Cable with Coupling To release, remove the clamp from the lock carrier and pull the cable back slightly out of the clamp. Fold the coupling up and lift the front cable with the nipple out of the coupling.
3. Lock Carrier
4. Clips Slide sideways onto the lock carrier after installing the cable.

HOOD RELEASE LEVER

Release Cable, Engaging in Hood Lock

Insert the release cable nipple -2- in the operating lever -arrow- in the hood lock -3-.

Engage the release cable with guide -1- in the hood lock from below.

Scheme 71

1. Lower A-Pillar Trim
2. Operating Lever Cover Before removal, first disengage cable in coupling in engine compartment, refer to «HOOD RELEASE CABLE COUPLING»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/exterior-body-panels/#hood-lids__hood-release-cable-coupling) . Pry the clip out of the operating lever. Remove the cover sideways from the operating lever.
3. Actuating Lever
4. Retaining Clip Press in completely, it must engage.

Scheme 72

1. Release Clip the release cable bracket in the mounting bracket as shown in the magnified section of the illustration.
2. Release Lever Mounting Bracket Release lever cover removed Lower A-pillar trim removed Remove the bolts -3- and disengage the cable -1-.
3. Screws 2 Nm
4. Clip
5. A-Pillar

Release Cable, Routing in the Interior

Scheme 73

Route the release cable -1- on the A-pillar as shown.

Install the grommet -2- all the way onto the A-pillar from the interior.

Release Cable, Routing in Engine Compartment

Scheme 74

Starting from the interior, route the release cable -2- forward toward the lock carrier in the fender mounting flange -3- as illustrated.

Slide the coupling -4- onto the lock carrier. Refer to cable coupling HOOD RELEASE CABLE COUPLING .

Scheme 75

1. Gas-Filled Strut To remove, open and support rear lid. Using screwdriver, lift retaining spring -2- as shown and remove gas-filled strut -1- from upper ball stud -3-.
2. Rear Lid
3. Ball Head Pin NOTE: Always replace the ball head pin after removing. Clean any locking compound from the threaded hole with a suitable thread tap. 20 Nm
4. Retaining Spring To remove the gas-filled strut, slightly lift the retaining spring -arrow- with a small screwdriver. (Scheme 76)

Note. After completely removing gas-filled strut, ensure correct position when installing. Noise insulation component must be installed on the body side.

Installation

Installation is reverse of removal, noting the following

To install, press gas-filled strut onto ball head pins so that it engages in position.

Ball head pin tightening specification, refer to item 3

Scheme 76

Remove retaining spring -2- with small screwdriver -1- and disengage gas-filled strut -3-, that can finally be removed from ball stud.

REAR LID HINGE

Note. The rear lid drives must be removed on vehicles equipped with a power rear lid release. refer to REAR LID MOTOR ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW When installing, pay close attention to the tightening sequence for the bolts.

Scheme 77

1. Bolt 21 Nm
2. Lid Hinge Removal: -- Remove the D-pillar on both sides. Refer to «Removal and Installation»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim). -- Remove the grab handle on each C-pillar. Refer to «Removal and Installation»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim). -- Lower the headliner around the rear lid hinge. Refer to «Removal and Installation»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim). -- Remove the rear lid hinge cover. (Scheme 78) NOTE: To prevent damaging the rear lid or the vehicle body, support the rear lid to keep it from falling down. -- Remove screws -1- from fender flange. -- Remove the screw -4- and the hex nut -6- and then remove the hinge. Installing: -- Place the hinge onto the body and gently tighten the nut -6- on the roof frame. -- Then lightly attach the hinge on the side with the screw -4-. -- Secure the hinge with the screws -1-. -- Align the lid to the body on the left and right side and tighten the screws -3- to the tightening specification. -- Adjust the height of the rear lid to the roof and then tighten the screw -4- and nut -6- to the tightening specification. -- Press on hinge cover.
3. Rear Lid
4. Bolt 21 Nm
5. Roof
6. Nut 21 Nm

Scheme 78

Cover is placed on rear lid hinge.

Loosen side locking tabs on cover -1- and remove from hinge -2-.

Insert the tongue -arrow- behind the rear lid cover.

To install, position retainer tabs in catches on hinge arm and press opposite side of cover down completely.

You must hear the cover lock in place.

Scheme 79

1. Lid Lock Cover When assembling, cover must engage audibly into lid lock. Mount the cover on the rear lid lock.
2. Nuts 21 Nm
3. Cover Mount the cover on the lock until it audibly clicks into place.
4. Hood Lock -- Remove the cover for the rear lid lock. Remove the rear lid trim, refer to «Removal and Installation»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim) -- Pull off cover -3-. -- Disconnect the connector for the rear lid lock. -- Remove the nuts -2- and then remove the rear lid lock.
5. Rear Lid
6. Electrical Connection

Scheme 80

1. Rear Lid Seal Removal: -- Prop up and secure rear lid in open position. -- Remove the rear lid spoiler. Refer to «ROOF SPOILER ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/mirrors/#exterior-equipment) . -- Remove the gas-filled strut from the left and right ball studs. -- Remove the seal from the flange on the body all the way around. -- When installing, align the seal to the upper marking -arrow- and then press it onto the flange all the way around.
2. Rear Lid

Scheme 81

1. Fuel Filler Door Cup
2. Fuel Filler Door Unlock Motor -V 155
3. Bolt 1.7 Nm
4. Fuel Filler Door -- Remove the bolt -3-, release the tank door -arrows-, refer to «REMOVE THE TANK DOOR UNIT»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/exterior-body-panels/#hood-lids__remove-the-tank-door-unit) and then remove the door from the side panel at an angle starting from behind. -- Guide the emergency release cable through the opening in the fuel filler door cup.

Scheme 82

Insert a screwdriver as shown between door -2- and door mount -1- and release the lug.

Pull door slightly toward rear -arrow- out of lug.

Remove door from the side.

Scheme 83

Insert door into cutout in mounts.

Slide lid -2- forward until locking mechanism -arrows- on mount -1- engages.

REMOVE THE TANK DOOR UNIT

Release the tank door insert at the markings -arrows-.

Scheme 84

To do this, insert a small screwdriver diagonally from underneath through the marking in the tank door insert over the latches.

Scheme 85

Gently lift the screwdriver and release the latches.

Pull the tank door insert in steps out of its cut-out.

Removing Fuel Filler Door Cup

Scheme 86

1. Fuel filler door removed

Pull the fuel filler door cup down out of the body opening using a special hook 3370.

Installing Fuel Filler Door Cup

Scheme 87

Installation is reverse of removal, but note the following.

To route the drain hose without kinking it, the edge of the drain hole in the fuel filler door cut out align with the edge of the hole in the body -arrow-.

Fuel Filler Door Emergency Release

Scheme 88

1. Fuel Filler Door Unlock Motor -V 155
2. Emergency Release Cable Insert the fuel tank lid unlock motor -V 155- with the cable over the tank opening as shown. Pull the cable back into the vehicle interior and connect it with the tab on the flange on the comfort system central control module -J393-.
3. Side Panel

Fuel Filler Door, Installation Position

Scheme 89

1. Side Panel
2. Fuel Filler Door Panel Adjust distance -A- = 2.2 mm evenly to the side panel.
3. Fuel Filler Door Cup Slide all around onto body flange as shown.
4. Drain Hose Route it without kinking it.

Fuel Filler Door Drain Hose

Scheme 90

1. Drain Hose -- Route the drain hose as shown under the wheel housing liner and insert it in the lower guide piece.
2. Fuel Filler Door
3. Rear Guide Piece Loosen the wheel housing liner in the area of the drain hose and move it to the side. Insert the drain hose as shown into the guide in the lower wheel housing liner.

SPECIAL TOOLS

Special tools and workshop equipment required

1. Adjusting Gauge 3371

See also:
• Removal and Installation
• ROOF SPOILER ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW
• GAS-FILLED STRUT
• REAR LID HINGE
• HOOD RELEASE CABLE COUPLING
• REMOVE THE TANK DOOR UNIT