Replacement Parts; Safety Precautions - Audi A6 Quattro 2008 Manual

Steel shavings from drilling must be removed completely.
Only replace threaded pins with genuine Audi parts.
Damaged threads can be repaired with thread inserts with galvanized coating.
Contact corrosion is prevented only by using this coating.
Some threads are already supplied with thread inserts at the factory.
BOLTS
Bolts cannot be welding with devices available in service.
In case of repairs, use steel hollow rivets with galvanized coating.
Contact corrosion is prevented only by using this coating.
Required drill bit diameter 5 mm.
NOTE:
Rivet must sit flush against surface and rivet head must break away
predetermined breaking point in the rivet.
PAINT
Paint structure is identical to a steel body.
Only approved, aluminum-compatible materials may be used.
CAUTION: Only remove glue dots on ground connections after painting.

REPLACEMENT PARTS

Special aluminum alloys are used for the body.
The manufacturer heat-hardens the aluminum body after assembly. A temperature of 400 F (205 C) for 30 min.
is needed for this.
Because it is not possible to harden the body with workshop tools, replacement parts are delivered pre-
hardened.
Only use genuine Audi parts for repairs and follow specified instructions.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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