DOOR, ADJUSTING
Special tools and workshop equipment required
- Adjusting Gauge 3371
- Template T40038 /9
The min and max markings are used to check the lateral adjustment.
The recess in the center of the template is used for checking the height.
The 0.6 mm graduation is used to check the recess of the trim on the B-pillar from the rear door to the front door.
Gap Dimensions
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Note. All dimensions are given in mm. All dimension tolerances are ± 0.5 mm The parallel alignment of the gap must not exceed 0.5 mm.
- Dimension -G- = 5.5 mm
- Dimension -H- = 4.5 mm
- Dimension -I- = 3.5 mm
Remove the B-pillar trim. Refer to Removal and Installation .
Remove the B-pillar coupling station. Refer to [For engine(s) CAEB, CALB] Removal and Installation .
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Loosen the bolts -B arrows- on the top and bottom of the hinge and on the A-pillar -1-.
Adjust the door -2- lengthwise.
Tighten the bolts -B arrows-.
- Tightening specifications, refer to «DOOR ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/windows/#rear-doors) .
Height Adjustment
Note. The hinge screws on the door, refer to DOOR ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW are so-called fitting screws, therefore it is not necessary to adjust the door using these screws. If it is necessary to make an adjustment using the bolts, the bolt can be replaced with one of the same length and strength category.
Use the template T40038 /9 for adjusting.
Place the template in distance -a- = 150 mm and/or -b- = 50 mm.
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When correctly adjusted, the template must contact the roof and trim strip point 1 (arrows) as illustrated.
At point 2 the bottom of the window guide must be inside the groove.
Adjustment to Center of Vehicle
Loosen the bolts -A arrows-, refer to ADJUSTMENT IN LONGITUDINAL DIRECTION on the top and bottom of the hinge.
Adjust the door -2- lengthwise.
Tighten the bolts -A arrows-.
For checking, use the template T40038 /9
Place the template in distance -a- = 150 mm and/or -b- = 50 mm.
For the min position, points 1 and 3 must touch.
Point 2 may show a gap.
For the max position, points 2 and 3 must touch.
Point 1 may show a gap.
- Tightening specifications, refer to «DOOR ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/windows/#rear-doors) .
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Note. Only work from the center of the vehicle out when adjusting at the striker pin. Do not adjust the door height using the striker pin because the door lock will be damaged.
Loosen the bolts -2-.
Slide the striker pin -1- until the door is flush with the body contours.
Striker pin must align in door lock center for correct adjustment.
Tighten the bolts -2-.
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- Door
- Window Regulator Removing and Installing, refer to «WINDOW REGULATOR»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/windows/#rear-doors)
- Clip
- Door Window Removing and Installing, refer to «FRONT DOOR WINDOW»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/windows/#glass-window-regulators__front-door-window) .
- Nut 6 Nm
- Window Regulator Motor Removing and Installing, refer to «WINDOW REGULATOR MOTOR»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#front-doors-central-locking-system)
- Bolt Quantity: 3 3.5 Nm
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- Door
- Outer Window Shaft Strip Must be replaced after removing Removal, refer to «OUTER WINDOW SHAFT STRIP»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/windows/#rear-doors__outer-window-shaft-strip)
- Inner Window Shaft Strip Removal Door trim removed. Refer to «Removal and Installation»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim) -- Remove shaft strip upward.
- Catches Quantity: 4
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- Door Handle Before installation, front and rear backing installed in door outer panel. Removing and Installing, refer to «DOOR HANDLE»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/windows/#rear-doors__door-handle)
- Bolt 2.5 Nm
- Front Backing
- Rear Backing
- Cover Unclip prior to removing the door handle
- Bolt 19 Nm
- Door Lock Removing and Installing, refer to «DOOR LOCK»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/windows/#rear-doors__door-lock)
- Mounting Bracket Rear backing -5- slid into outer door panel. To install, engage mounting bracket with loosely installed screw -10- in door, slide forward and tighten screw to 2.5 Nm.
- Actuating Link Engage in door lock
- Housing Before installing, attach cover cap -7-. Removing, refer to «DOOR HANDLE»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/windows/#rear-doors__door-handle)
- Cover Removing and Installing, refer to «REMOVE THE HOUSING CAP»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/windows/#rear-doors)
- Magnet For vehicles with the keyless entry system
- Door Handle Trim For vehicles without the keyless entry system Removing and Installing, refer to «HANDLE TRIM»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#front-doors-central-locking-system__handle-trim)
- Rear Outside Door Handle Touch Sensor For vehicles with the keyless entry system Removing and Installing, refer to «REAR OUTSIDE DOOR HANDLE TOUCH SENSOR»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/windows/#rear-doors__rear-outside-door-handle-touch-sensor)
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- Striker Pin Removing and Installing, refer to «STRIKER PIN»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/windows/#rear-doors__striker-pin)
- Bolt 25 Nm
- Bolt 19 Nm
- Door Lock Actuating Link
- Door Lock Removing and Installing, refer to «DOOR LOCK»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/windows/#rear-doors__door-lock)
- Door Opener Actuating Link Removing and Installing, refer to «DOOR OPENER ACTUATING LINK»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/windows/#rear-doors__door-opener-actuating-link)
- Grommet Cannot be replaced separately
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- Door Lock Removing and installing, refer to «DOOR LOCK»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/windows/#rear-doors__door-lock)
- Door
- Door Opener Actuating Link
- Electrical Connection
- Bolt Tightening specification, refer to «STRIKER PIN, DOOR LOCK AND DOOR OPENER ACTUATING LINK ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW»(/audi/q5/i-2008-2012/remont/windows/#rear-doors)
- Cover
Removing
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Disconnect the connectors on the A-pillar. Refer to [For engine(s) CAEB, CALB] Removal and Installation .
Remove the door arrester bolt -2-.
Remove the cover caps -1- and -3- from the stud bolts.
Remove the stud bolts -4- on the upper and lower door hinge.
| CAUTION | Protect the painted surfaces on the door or on the side panel from damage. |
Carefully remove the door upward out of the door hinges.
Installation
Note. Do not make any adjustments after installing the door.