Routing on the Lid Side

Fig 1: Routing Release Cable On Lid Side

Courtesy of AUDI OF AMERICA, LLC

Lid Trim
- Removed. Refer to COMPONENT LOCATION OVERVIEW - REAR LID TRIM PANELS .
Release Cable
NOTE:
When re-installing, route the release cable starting from the lid latch on the inside of the lid, over the hinge and into the vehicle interior.

The clips for the cable have been prepositioned and can be inserted into the holes.
- Before removing, unclip the cover on the lid latch
- First unclip from the cable bracket on the lid latch and then disengage from the release lever.
Cover
- Unclip
Door
- When removing the rear lid, detach the cable on the lid lock and pull it out of the lid.
Lid Latch
Emergency Release Lever
- When installing, first engage the release cable on the release lever and then press it into the cable bracket on the lid latch.