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Contact corrosion!
Contact corrosion!
Contact corrosion can occur if non-approved fasteners (bolts, nuts, washers), rivets, plugs, grommets, adhesives, etc. are used on the vehicle.
For this reason the manufacturer installs only fasteners with a special surface coating (Dachromet). These parts can be identified by their greenish colour.
Rubber, plastic and adhesives also consist of non-conductive materials.
These approved parts resist contact corrosion and are compatible with aluminium. They are also sold as spare parts.
If you are not sure whether used parts can be re-installed, always fit new parts.
  WARNING
t  Only use Audi Genuine parts.
t  Accessories must be approved by AUDI AG.
t  Damage caused by contact corrosion is not covered under warranty.
   

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