Audi A6 Typ 4G: Hood, Adjusting
Special tools and workshop equipment
required
- Gauge - Gap Adjustment -3371-
Gap Dimensions for Hood

Note
All dimensions are in mm with a +- 0.5 mm tolerance.
- Dimension -A- = 4.5 mm
- Dimension -B- = 4.5 mm
- Dimension -C- = 4.5 mm
- Dimension -D- = 3.0 mm
Height Adjustment Stop Buffer

1 - Stop Buffer
- The stop buffer -1- also works as a
strike guard.
2 - Hood
3 - Adjusting Buffer
Note
The adjusting buffers -2- are used to
adjust the height of the hood.
- The adjusting buffer -2- must lightly
contact the lock carrier when the hood is closed.
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Removing
- Disconnect the connector -4-
from the anti-theft alarm system.
- Disconnect the connector from the lock carrier.
- Free up the release cable -1-
by removing the clamps.
-&n
Hood Hook, Removing and Installing
Removing
- Remove the nuts -1- and the
hood catch -2-.
Installing
Install in reverse order of removal.
Lock Carrier Hook, Removing and Installing
Removing
-&n
1 - Hood
2 - Hood Hinge
Removing
Before removing a hood hinge, support the hood or secure it against
falling.
Remove the gas-filled strut. Refer to
→ Chapter "Gas-
SEE MORE:
Switch off engine and check
coolant level!
The coolant level is too low.
Do not continue driving and switch the engine
off. Check the coolant level.
If the coolant level is too low, add coolant. Only continue driving once
the indicator
light turns off.
Coolant temperature too high!
Please
Subframe, Removing and Installing, FWD Vehicles
Special tools and workshop equipment
required
Torque Wrench 1331 5-50Nm -VAG1331-
Torque Wrench 1332 40-200Nm -VAG1332-
Engine and Gearbox Jack -VAS6931-
Tensioning Strap -T10038-
Two wood blocks
Removing
Must be removed when assembling the b