Diagonal Braces, Removing And Installing

The following components must be replaced after removal. Refer to OVERVIEW - UNDERBODY BRACING .

Removing the Front Diagonal Braces

Fig 1: Front Diagonal Brace for Audi A3 Cabrio

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-- Remove the front noise insulation. Refer to FRONT NOISE INSULATION, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Remove the center underbody panel. Refer to UNDERBODY TRIM PANELS, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Remove the bolts -arrows- and then remove the diagonal brace -1-.

Removing the Rear Diagonal Braces

Fig 2: Rear Diagonal Brace For The Audi A3 Cabrio

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-- Loosen the center underbody trim panel in the rear area and lower slightly. Refer to OVERVIEW - UNDERBODY TRIM PANELS .

-- Remove the bolts -1 through 4- and the diagonal brace.

Installing

Install in reverse order of removal and note the following:

When tightening the bolts, the vehicle must stand on its wheels.

Tightening Specifications