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.
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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
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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:
The longer that deposits remain on the vehicle,
the more the surface may be damaged. High
temperatures such as those caused by sunlight
increase the damaging effect.
Before washing, rinse off heavy deposits with
plenty of water.
Stubborn deposits such as bird droppings or tree
sap are best removed
Special tools and workshop equipment
required
Roller -3356-
Adhesive Strip Remover -VAS6349-
Gauge - Gap Adjustment -3371-
Front and Rear Door Template -T40038/8-
Inner Door Seal, Removing and Installing
1 - Inner Door Seal
"B-pillar" upper trim removed.
The lower A-pillar and