fourwheelslide

...has anyone removed the radio and climate control units to make the ashtray easier to remove? Did it make it considerably easier, or is it just as easy to leave the ashtray in there? Thanks!

alipor

I had to remove my ashtray. but you don't have to take out the climate control, the ashtray just has to move a little out of the way. Oh if you are going to take up the ashtray remove the trim peice while it is bolted down just push the lid and when it come up grab it and pull firmly towards your self it will pop off. This will make the install of the ashtray easier.

needforsleep

yes, we removed the radio/cc/ashtray and it gave you more room to get to everything.

Eddie Man

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fourwheelslide

So...with the ball-ended wrenches and the tray taped out of the way I should be OK? Thanks Eddie Man

Eddie Man

Absolutely !!! If I'm wrong w/ that tip...I give you full latitude to slap me silly

fourwheelslide

Nah...you've been a big help...thanks again!

Eddie Man

NP &amp; GL :-D

Eddie Man

As for me, I did not need to do the below.

Just look and observe on how the ashtray slips out after the removal of the bolts. It kinda releases this spring activated trim-filler (between ashtray &amp; climate control).

When re-sliding the ashtray back into place, that trim-filler piece needs to be worked/retracted back to get the ashtray back into position...Be patient w/ this, it is a little tricky...Took me about 5-10 minutes of millimeter juking and manuvering. Once in there about 80%, bolt back down and then operate ashtray door several times. It will seat 100% and then final tighten the ashtray.<ul><li><a href="https://forums.audiworld.com/a4gen2/msgs/605044.phtml">Repost</a></li></ul>

choolie

You will drop a screw.