Lock Cylinder, Removing And Installing: Removing
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2021 Audi S4 and 2021 Audi A4 Quattro. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
-- Remove the locking mechanism trim and the lock cylinder. Refer to LOCKING MECHANISM TRIM, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .
-- Make sure the indicator is in the >>top<< position.
CAUTION:
Risk of destroying the lock cylinder.
- The lock cylinder may only be removed and installed with the key properly inserted to prevent the tumblers and pressure springs from falling out.
-- Release the 4 tabs -lower arrows- and push the lock cylinder -3- with the key -2- out of the trim -1-.
NOTE:
Disregard the -top arrow-.