Noise Insulation, Removing And Installing, Front: Installing

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.

Install in reverse order of removal and note the following:

Vehicles with Parking Heater:

Fig 1: Ensure Exhaust Pipe Is Installed Correctly Inside Noise Insulation

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The rubber grommet -A- must rest without tension in the noise insulation -B-.
The exhaust pipe -C- must be flush with the rubber grommet or it can protrude out slightly.
The exhaust pipe opening must be perpendicular to the noise insulation and must not point in the direction of travel -arrow-.