A6 Quattro Sedan V8-4.2L (BVJ) (2007)
Front Fender Liner: Customer Interest
Body - Rattling in Doors or Near Sunroof
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November 25, 2008.
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 50 number 07-01 dated February 6, 2007 for reasons listed below.
50 Squeak or rattle noise in front door area or front sunroof area
Condition
Squeaking or rattling noises from area around either front door or in front sunroof area near the sunroof drains.
Technical Background
Improperly fitted foam insulation (end plate) in front fenders.
Production Solution
Not applicable.
Service
Test drive the vehicle to locate which side is causing the noise. Once the noise is verified and located, continue as follows:
Figure 1
As outlined in ELSA Repair Manual for front fender assembly overview:
1. Remove front wheel.
2. Remove wheel housing liner.
3. When working on the left side of the vehicle, remove the windshield washer fluid container.