Tailgate trim, removing and installing

The following list pertains to Fig 1.

1. Tailgate trim (bottom section) 

   Removing 

   • Remove bolt -3- (1x).
   • Remove screw behind warning triangle. See SCREW BEHIND WARNING TRIANGLE .
   • Pull bottom section of trim -1- away from tailgate slightly.
   • Using a screwdriver, release clips -6- (8x) on bottom section of trim -1-.
   • Push out light -8- from inside.
   • Disconnect connector for light -8-.

     Installing 

   • Locate bottom section of trim -1- at rear window first, and clip into place.
   • Make sure that screw -3- also secures grip molding -4- (shown in inset A).
2. Tailgate trim (top section) 
   • Bottom section of trim -1- removed

     Removing 

     • Unclip retainers -7- on both sides.
     • Release clips -6- (7x) on top section of trim -2- by pulling sharply (do not use excessive force).

       Installing 

     • Before installing top section of trim -2-, make sure that rubber buffers -5- (10x) are installed properly.
     • First install top section of trim -2- into place behind side flanges on tailgate.
     • Then clip in top section of trim -2- at the top, and finally at the sides.
3. Screw (1x) 
   • Tightening torque: 5 Nm (44 in lb)
4. Grip molding 
5. Rubber buffer (10x) 
6. Clip 
7. Retainer 
8. Light 
Fig 1: Identifying Tailgate Trim Components (Avant)
Courtesy of AUDI OF AMERICA, INC.