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Attachment Bulletin # 679801

Group: 67

Number: 98-01

Date: Aug. 31, 1998

Subject:
Floor Mat Fastener Variations

Model(s):
A4, A6, A8

Supersedes T.B. Group 67 Nos. 97-01, 97-04, and 97-05

The following information describes the versions of floor mats and fasteners which may be encountered for models listed above.

Note:
When ordering floor mats, all floor mats come with retaining rings.








A4, Version 1 (Audi Ring Logo)

Floor mat, removing

- Lift floor mat vertically off retainer post -C- (do not pull at an angle).

Floor mat, Installing

- Position floor mat over retainer post -C-, then push floor mat firmly on retainer post.








A4, Version 2 (Audi Ring Logo)

Floor mat, removing

- Using a screwdriver or a coin, turn floor mat twist lock fastener -E- left (counterclockwise) 1/4 turn, then remove mat.

Note:
Customers should be advised that damage can occur to floor mat or fasteners if mats are removed without unlocking fasteners.

Floor mat, Installing

- Position floor mat over retainer post -C-, turn floor mat twist lock fastener -E- right (clockwise) 1/4 turn to lock floor mat firmly to carpet.

A4, Version 3, (A4 Logo)








Floor mat, removing

- Using a screwdriver or a coin, turn floor mat twist lock fastener -E- left (counterclockwise) 1/4 turn, then remove mat.

Note:
Customers should be advised that damage can occur to floor mat or fasteners if mats are removed without unlocking fasteners.

Floor mat, Installing

- Position floor mat over retainer post -C-, turn floor mat twist lock fastener -E- right (clockwise) 1/4 turn to lock floor mat firmly to carpet.








A6, Version 1 (Audi Ring Logo)

Floor mat, removing

- Lift floor mat vertically off retainer post -C- (do not pull at an angle).

Floor mat, Installing

- Position floor mat over retainer post -C-, then push floor mat firmly on retainer post.








A6, Version 2 (A6 Logo)

Floor mat, removing

- Lift floor mat vertically off retainer post -C- (do not pull at an angle).

Floor mat, Installing

- Position floor mat over retainer post -C-, then push floor mat firmly on retainer post.








A6, Version 3 (A6 Logo)

Floor mat, removing

- Using a screwdriver or a coin, turn floor mat twist lock fastener -E- left (counterclockwise) 1/4 turn, then remove mat.

Note:
Customers should be advised that damage can occur to floor mat or fasteners if mats are removed without unlocking fasteners.

Floor mat, Installing

- Position floor mat over retainer post -C-, turn floor mat twist lock fastener -E- right (clockwise) 1/4 turn to lock floor mat firmly to carpet.








A6, Version 4 (A6 Logo)

Floor mat, removing

- Lift floor mat vertically off retainer post -C- (do not pull at an angle).

Floor mat, Installing

- Position floor mat over retainer post -C-, then push floor mat firmly on retainer post.








A8, Version 1

Floor mat, removing

- Lift floor mat vertically off retainer post -C- (do not pull at an angle).

Floor mat, Installing

- Position floor mat over retainer post -C-, then push floor mat firmly on retainer post.








A8, Version 2

Floor mat, removing

- Lift floor mat vertically off retainer post -C- (do not pull at an angle).

Floor mat, Installing

- Position floor mat over retainer post -C-, then push floor mat firmly on retainer post.





A8, Version 2, ring installation

- If floor mat fastener part -A- must be replaced, ensure proper installation of threaded fastener as shown.

CAUTION!
Part numbers are for reference only. Always check with your Parts Dept. for the latest parts information.