DIY: B6 A4 RS4 B7 ebrake handle install

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I got my RS4 ebrake handle cover today from Greg@DTH and decided to write a little DIY since the only one I could find didn't have pictures. This is a simple install but thought some people would find a DIY useful.

Here's an image of the ebrake handle cover not yet installed


All that's needed for the installation is a small flat head screwdriver


At the base of the original handle cover is a metal tab. To remove it, slide the screwdriver between the handle and the tab and pull it AWAY from the ebrake handle while pulling the cover up towards the ebrake button. In the image below, you can see the original cover halfway pulled out. Remember that you want to pull the metal tab away from the handle, not towards it. I made that mistake and spent 30min cursing as to why it was so difficult to remove.


Here's an image of the cover completely removed


To install the new RS4 cover, just slide onto the handle and push down until you hear the metal tab click into place. The fitment is a little tighter then the original so it may take a little force to get it to click into place.


And that's pretty much it for the install. Here's a picture of the new handle installed.


Enjoy!


Link back to main thread: http://www.audizine.com/forum/showthread.php?t=327236