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HOMESERVICE MANUALSAUDI2018A5 QUATTRO PRESTIGE, 2D CONVERTIBLEREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 5 (ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC) SYSTEM)6 ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC)6.2 CONTROL MODULE FOR ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, REMOVING AND INSTALLING6.2.3 CLIP ON DISTANCE REGULATION CONTROL MODULE - J428-, REPLACING
2018 Audi A5 Quattro Prestige, 2D Convertible
6.2.3 Clip on Distance Regulation Control Module - J428-, Replacing
2018 Audi A5 Quattro Prestige, 2D ConvertibleSECTION 6.2.3 Clip on Distance Regulation Control Module - J428-, Replacing
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Special tools and workshop equipment required
- Digital Caliper - VAS6335-
The clips cannot be removed without being damaged .
Procedure
- Distance Regulation Control Module - J428- removed from the retaining plate.
- Place a screwdriver between the hook and the housing.
- Bend every hook all the way around with the screwdriver until it audibly breaks off.
- To prevent the broken hook from getting caught on the housing, remove it from the inside of the clip using needle nose pliers.
- Insert the new clip into the hole in the housing as shown and then press on it by hand until it clicks into place.
- The tabs on the clip must sit correctly in the recesses.
- Mount and screw in the stud bolt.
- The stud bolt must be aligned correctly to the clip.
- Turn the stud bolt into the distance regulation control module up to the dimension -a-.
- Measure the dimension -a- at all stud bolts using the - VAS6335- and correct if necessary.
- Dimension -a- = 17.6 mm.
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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.