Door Arrester, Removing And Installing

WARNING: This page does not describe the selected car, but rather 6 other vehicles, including the 2022 Audi SQ5, 2022 Audi Q5 e, 2022 Audi Q5, 2021 Audi SQ5, and 2021 Audi Q5 e. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

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

Removing

-- Tape off the B-pillar in the door arrester area using adhesive tape, so that the paint will not be damaged.

-- Move the door window into the "closed" position.

-- Remove the rear door trim panel. Refer to REAR DOOR TRIM PANEL, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Remove the speaker. Refer to OVERVIEW - SOUND SYSTEM .

-- Remove the door arrester bolt -arrow-.

Fig 1: Door Arrester Bolt

Courtesy of AUDI OF AMERICA, LLC

-- Remove the bolts -arrows- and remove the door arrester -1- toward the inside.

Fig 2: Locating Door Arrester Bolts (Inside)

Courtesy of AUDI OF AMERICA, LLC

-- Pull the cap -1- slightly to the side -A arrows- and remove it from the door arrester -2- -arrow B-.

Fig 3: Door Arrester Rubber Grommet

Courtesy of AUDI OF AMERICA, LLC

Installing

Install in reverse order of removal and note the following:

Door arrester installation position. Refer to Figure.
Cap installation position. Refer to Figure.

Tightening Specifications

Refer to OVERVIEW - DOOR