Engine Cover, Removing And Installing: Removing

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-- Remove the engine cover according to the following directions:

Fig 1: Identifying Engine Cover

Courtesy of AUDI OF AMERICA, LLC

First pull off the engine cover at the rear mounting points -arrows 1-.
Then pull of the engine cover at the front mounting points -arrows 2-.

WARNING:

Fire hazard and risk of damage due to a missing engine cover.

The engine cover must be always be installed before the hood is closed.
The engine may not be started and the vehicle may not be driven with the hood closed without an engine cover.