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HOMESERVICE MANUALSAUDI1998A8 SEDAN (4D2) V8-3.7L (AEW)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY AND FRAMEFENDERFRONT FENDERSERVICE AND REPAIR
1998 Audi A8 Sedan (4D2) V8-3.7L (AEW)
Front Fender: Service and Repair
1998 Audi A8 Sedan (4D2) V8-3.7L (AEW)SECTION Service and Repair
Fender, Removing And Installing
Special Tools And Equipment
3371 adjustment gauge
Removing
- Remove bumper.
- Remove wheelhousing liner.
- Remove front turn signal.
- Remove side turn signal.
- Remove bolts - 1 -, - 4 - and - 5 -.
Tightening torque: 9.5 Nm (84 in.lb.)
- Remove combination bolt - 3 - at retaining plate - 2 -.
Tightening torque: 9.5 Nm (84 in.lb.)
- Remove fender - 6 -.
Installing
Installation is the reverse of removal, noting the following:
- Adjust panel gap dimensions.
- Dimension - a - = 3.5 mm
- Dimension - b - = 3.5 mm
- Before installing wheelhousing liner, insert filler piece - 3 - in fender.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.