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#11

08-17-2011, 02:18 AM

Mike-2ptzero

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Originally Posted by CCA4

Its not misaligned, its just that once you take the bumper off the first time it NEVER goes back on as tight as it was before you took it off. This is a good way to pick out cars that have had the timing belt or other major service done. Its very rare that they ever go back perfectly.

I think thats because most people that put it back on end up stretching out the tabs. I have put my bumper off so many times its not funny, but it still goes on tight and it is still always a bitch trying to unclip the sides which I actualy do by using a flat head screw driver and reaching thru the side grill opening of my S4 bumper. lol

#12

08-17-2011, 06:55 AM

CCA4

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Originally Posted by Mike-2ptzero

I feel like this is exactly what happens. Wonder if you can replace those clips?

#13

08-17-2011, 08:38 AM

Mike-2ptzero

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Originally Posted by CCA4

I feel like this is exactly what happens. Wonder if you can replace those clips?

You can replace the ones on the fender.

#14

09-03-2013, 01:17 PM

jensyl@me.com

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I have the same problem....my Q5 has only 35000 miles on it (less than 3 years old). Is this bumper fix covered by warranty or do I have to take it to a body shop to get it done? Any idea on how much it would cost (I am in Austin, TX) since I am not mechanically inclined. Thanks for your advise.