SEAT VERSIONS OVERVIEW
Note. The front seats shown in the illustration are standard seats (manually adjustable) with the rear seat with a foldable backrest.
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- Front Passenger Seat Standard seat (manual) Assembly overview, refer to «MANUAL (STANDARD) FRONT SEAT OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__manual-standard-front-seat-overview) Removing and installing, refer to «MANUAL STANDARD FRONT SEAT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__manual-standard-front-seat) Optional equipment: Seat and backrest heating Four-way lumbar support Storage compartment LATCH child seat anchor Power Standard Seat Assembly overview, refer to «POWER STANDARD FRONT SEAT OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__power-standard-front-seat-overview) Removing and installing, refer to «POWER STANDARD FRONT SEAT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__power-standard-front-seat) Optional equipment: Memory function Seat and backrest heating Storage compartment LATCH child seat anchor Comfort Seats (Power) Assembly overview, refer to «POWER STANDARD FRONT SEAT OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__power-standard-front-seat-overview) Removing and installing, refer to «POWER STANDARD FRONT SEAT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__power-standard-front-seat) Optional equipment: Memory function LATCH child seat anchor Manual Sport Seat with Seat Depth Adjuster Assembly overview, refer to «MANUAL (STANDARD) FRONT SEAT OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__manual-standard-front-seat-overview) Removing and installing, refer to «MANUAL STANDARD FRONT SEAT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__manual-standard-front-seat) Optional equipment: Seat and backrest heating Seat angle adjustment Four-way lumbar support LATCH child seat anchor Power Sport Seat with Seat Depth Adjuster Assembly overview, refer to «POWER STANDARD FRONT SEAT OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__power-standard-front-seat-overview) Removing and installing, refer to «POWER STANDARD FRONT SEAT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__power-standard-front-seat) Optional equipment: Memory function Seat and backrest heating LATCH child seat anchor Super Sport Seats (Power) Assembly overview, refer to «SUPER SPORT FRONT SEAT OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__super-sport-front-seat-overview) Removing and installing, refer to «POWER STANDARD FRONT SEAT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__power-standard-front-seat) Optional equipment: Memory function Seat and backrest heating LATCH child seat anchor
- Side Airbag, Front Passenger Side With the front passenger side airbag igniter -N200- Assembly overview, refer to «FRONT SIDE AIRBAG OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/airbag/#passenger-protection-airbags-seat-belts-sedan) Removing and installing, refer to «FRONT THORAX AIRBAG IGNITER -N199- / -N200»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/airbag/#passenger-protection-airbags-seat-belts-sedan__front-thorax-airbag-igniter-n199)
- Rear Passenger Side Airbag With the rear passenger side airbag igniter -N202- Assembly overview, refer to «REAR SIDE AIRBAG OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/airbag/#passenger-protection-airbags-seat-belts-sedan) Removing and installing, refer to «DRIVER SIDE REAR THORAX AIRBAG IGNITER -N201- AND FRONT PASSENGER REAR THORAX AIRBAG IGNITER -N202»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/airbag/#passenger-protection-airbags-seat-belts-sedan__driver-side-rear-thorax-airbag-igniter)
- 2/3 Right Backrest Assembly overview, refer to «DIVIDED BACKREST OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__divided-backrest-overview) Removing and installing, refer to «DIVIDED BACKREST»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__divided-backrest) Optional equipment: With center armrest and without storage compartment (backrest cover and trim) With center armrest and storage compartment (lockable backrest cover) With center armrest and pass-through cover
- Center Armrest Versions with Backrest Cover and Trim There is no pass-through in the right 2/3 backrest Assembly overview, refer to «CENTER ARMREST WITH COVER AND TRIM OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan) The center armrest as well as the backrest cover and trim can only be removed and installed separated. Center armrest, removing and installing, refer to «CENTER ARMREST, SPLIT BACKREST»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__center-armrest-split-backrest) Backrest cover, removing and installing, refer to «BACKREST COVER»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan) Backrest trim, removing and installing, refer to «BACKREST TRIM»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__backrest-trim) Versions with Storage Compartment (Armrest with Lockable Cover) There is no pass-through in the right 2/3 backrest Assembly overview, refer to «CENTER ARMREST AND LOCKABLE STORAGE COMPARTMENT OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan) The center armrest and storage compartment can only be removed and installed separately Center armrest, removing and installing, refer to «CENTER ARMREST, SPLIT BACKREST»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__center-armrest-split-backrest) Storage compartment (armrest with lockable cover), removing and installing, refer to «LOCKABLE ARMREST STORAGE COMPARTMENT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__lockable-armrest-storage-compartment) Versions with Pass-Through Door Assembly overview, refer to «CENTER ARMREST WITH PASS-THROUGH COVER OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan) Removing and installing, refer to «CENTER ARMREST, PASS-THROUGH»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__center-armrest-pass-through)
- Left 1/3 Backrest Assembly overview, refer to «DIVIDED BACKREST OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__divided-backrest-overview) Removing and installing, refer to «DIVIDED BACKREST»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__divided-backrest)
- Rear Driver Side Airbag With the rear driver side airbag igniter -N201- Assembly overview, refer to «REAR SIDE AIRBAG OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/airbag/#passenger-protection-airbags-seat-belts-sedan) Removing and installing, refer to «DRIVER SIDE REAR THORAX AIRBAG IGNITER -N201- AND FRONT PASSENGER REAR THORAX AIRBAG IGNITER -N202»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/airbag/#passenger-protection-airbags-seat-belts-sedan__driver-side-rear-thorax-airbag-igniter)
- Bench Seat One-Piece Assembly overview, refer to «BENCH SEAT OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan) Removing and installing, refer to «BENCH SEAT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__bench-seat) Version with Center Storage Assembly overview, refer to «BENCH SEAT OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan) Removing and installing, refer to «BENCH SEAT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__bench-seat) Super Sport Seat Assembly overview, refer to «BENCH SEAT OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan) Removing and installing, refer to «BENCH SEAT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__bench-seat)
- Side Airbag, Driver Side With the driver side airbag igniter -N199- Assembly overview, refer to «FRONT SIDE AIRBAG OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/airbag/#passenger-protection-airbags-seat-belts-sedan) Removing and installing, refer to «FRONT THORAX AIRBAG IGNITER -N199- / -N200»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/airbag/#passenger-protection-airbags-seat-belts-sedan__front-thorax-airbag-igniter-n199)
- Driver Seat Standard Seat (Manual) Assembly overview, refer to «MANUAL (STANDARD) FRONT SEAT OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__manual-standard-front-seat-overview) Removing and installing, refer to «MANUAL STANDARD FRONT SEAT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__manual-standard-front-seat) Optional equipment: Seat and backrest heating Four-way lumbar support Storage compartment Power Standard Seat Assembly overview, refer to «POWER STANDARD FRONT SEAT OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__power-standard-front-seat-overview) Removing and installing, refer to «POWER STANDARD FRONT SEAT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__power-standard-front-seat) Optional equipment: Memory function Seat and backrest heating Storage compartment Comfort Seats (Power) Assembly overview, refer to «POWER STANDARD FRONT SEAT OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__power-standard-front-seat-overview) Removing and installing, refer to «POWER STANDARD FRONT SEAT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__power-standard-front-seat) Optional equipment: Memory function Manual Sport Seat with Seat Depth Adjuster Assembly overview, refer to «MANUAL (STANDARD) FRONT SEAT OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__manual-standard-front-seat-overview) Removing and installing, refer to «MANUAL STANDARD FRONT SEAT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__manual-standard-front-seat) Optional equipment: Seat and backrest heating Four-way lumbar support Seat angle adjustment Power Sport Seat with Seat Depth Adjuster Assembly overview, refer to «POWER STANDARD FRONT SEAT OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__power-standard-front-seat-overview) Removing and installing, refer to «POWER STANDARD FRONT SEAT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__power-standard-front-seat) Optional equipment: Memory function Seat and backrest heating Super Sport Seats (Power) Assembly overview, refer to «SUPER SPORT FRONT SEAT OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__super-sport-front-seat-overview) Removing and installing, refer to «POWER STANDARD FRONT SEAT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__power-standard-front-seat) Optional equipment: Memory function Seat and backrest heating
FRONT SEATS, BRINGING INTO THE SERVICE POSITION
Special tools and workshop equipment required
- Trim Removal Wedge 3409
Service Position, Implementing
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Bring headrest into lowest lock position.
Move seat as far back and up as possible.
Note. For the sake of clarity, the figure does not show the surrounding area.
If equipped, pry the caps -1- from off the seat rail -2- using the 3409.
Unclip the front cover -1- with 3409 and pull cover in the direction of the -arrow- off connector station -2-.
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Note. Do not disconnect electrical wires.
Service Position, Resetting
Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following
Make sure the cover tab slides into connector station correctly.
Engage the cover correctly with the connector station.
FRONT SEATS, INSTALLING ON THE FIXTURE FOR SEAT REPAIR VAS 6136
Special tools and workshop equipment required
- Engine and Transmission Holder VAS 6095
- Fixture for Seat Repair VAS 6136
Installing the front seat on the VAS 6136
- The front seat is removed from the vehicle.
Mount the VAS 6136 on the VAS 6095.
Attach the front seat to the VAS 6136.
CONNECTOR STATION CONNECTORS OVERVIEW
Connector routing
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- Side airbag
- Seat heating
- Seat adjustment power supply
- Belt latch
Note. The number of harness connectors may vary depending on the equipment. The description shows the version with the most equipment.
ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS OVERVIEW
The assembly overview shows the power Standard front seat. The electrical and electronic components on the manual Standard front seat are similar.
FOUR-WAY LUMBAR SUPPORT OVERVIEW
The assembly overview shows the power Standard front seat. The four-way lumbar support of the manual standard front seat is similar.
FRONT BACKREST OVERVIEW
Note. The assembly overview is based on a standard front seat. The front backrest on other versions is similar.
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- Seat Pan
- Screws Self-locking Always replace if removed Threaded holes for screws must be cleaned, for example, with thread cutter 33 Nm
- Backrest Removing and installing, refer to «BACKREST FRONT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__backrest-front)
- Headrest Manual Headrests, removing and installing, refer to «HEADRESTS WITH LOCKING MECHANISM»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__headrests-with-locking-mechanism) Power Headrests, removing and installing, refer to «POWER HEADRESTS»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan)
- Wiring Harness Running from the side airbag to the connector station. Depending on optional equipment, there may be more wiring harnesses, such as for seat heating, lumbar support, etc.
- Screws Self-locking Replace 33 Nm
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Tighten the retaining plate screws -2- to 6 Nm.
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Tighten nut -2- to 0.4 Nm.
HEADREST OVERVIEW
Note. The assembly overview shows the Standard front seat. The headrest is similar for the manual sport front seat (manually adjustable. The illustration does not show the backrest cover and upholstery.
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- Front Backrest
- Headrest Guide Without release button Removing and installing, refer to «HEADREST GUIDE»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__headrest-guide) Always installed on right side of backrest
- Headrest Removing and installing, refer to «HEADRESTS WITH LOCKING MECHANISM»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__headrests-with-locking-mechanism)
- Headrest Guide With release button Removing and installing, refer to «HEADREST GUIDE»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__headrest-guide) Always installed on left side of backrest
LUMBAR SUPPORT CURVATURE AND HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT MOTORS OVERVIEW
The assembly overview shows the power standard front seat. The lumbar support curvature and height adjustment motors for the manual standard front seat (manually adjustable) are similar.
LUMBAR SUPPORT ADJUSTMENT SWITCH OVERVIEW
The assembly overview shows the power standard front seat. The lumbar support adjustment switches on the manual Standard front seat are similar.
MANUAL (STANDARD) FRONT SEAT OVERVIEW
Note. The overview is based on the driver seat. The passenger seat is similar and the components are installed reversed from left to right. The illustration does not show the floor covering.
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- Storage Compartment Vehicles with special equipment Assembly overview, refer to «STORAGE COMPARTMENT OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan) Removing and installing, refer to «STORAGE COMPARTMENT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan)
- Seat Forward/Back Adjuster Assembly overview, refer to «SEAT FORWARD/BACK ADJUSTER OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__seat-forwardback-adjuster-overview) Removing and installing, refer to «SEAT FORWARD/BACK ADJUSTMENT HANDLE»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__seat-forwardback-adjustment-handle)
- Cover For the front right seat rail Removing and installing, refer to «SEAT RAIL COVER»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__seat-rail-cover)
- Bolt 50 Nm
- LATCH Child Seat Anchor Vehicles with special equipment For the front passenger seat only Assembly overview, refer to «LATCH CHILD SEAT ANCHORAGE, FRONT SEAT OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/airbag/#passenger-protection-airbags-seat-belts-sedan) Removing and installing, refer to «LATCH CHILD SEAT ANCHORAGE FRONT SEAT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/airbag/#passenger-protection-airbags-seat-belts-sedan__latch-child-seat-anchorage-front-seat) Check after accident. Refer to «LATCH AND TOP TETHER CHILD SEAT ANCHORAGES (ISOFIX), CHECKING AFTER COLLISION»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/airbag/#passenger-protection-airbags-seat-belts-sedan__latch-and-top-tether-child-seat)
- Tunnel Side Trim Removing and installing, refer to «TRIM, TUNNEL SIDE»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__trim-tunnel-side)
- Bolt 50 Nm
- Standard Front Seat (Manual) Removing and installing, refer to «MANUAL STANDARD FRONT SEAT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__manual-standard-front-seat)
- Headrest Manual Assembly overview, refer to «HEADREST OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__headrest-overview) Removing and installing, refer to «HEADRESTS WITH LOCKING MECHANISM»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__headrests-with-locking-mechanism)
- Cover For the rear right seat rail Removing and installing, refer to «SEAT RAIL COVER»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__seat-rail-cover)
- Backrest Adjustment Wheel Removing and installing, refer to «BACKREST ADJUSTMENT WHEEL»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__backrest-adjustment-wheel)
- Bolt 50 Nm
- Cover For the rear left seat rail Removing and installing, refer to «SEAT RAIL COVER»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__seat-rail-cover)
- Lower Seat Pan Frame There is no separation between the seat pan lower frame with a seat forward/back adjuster and the seat pan upper frame on the standard front seat (manual).
- Seat Height Adjuster Assembly overview, refer to «SEAT HEIGHT ADJUSTER AND SEAT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT HANDLE OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__seat-height-adjuster-and-seat-height) Removing and installing, refer to «SEAT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__seat-height-adjustment)
- Sill-Side Trim Removing and installing, refer to «TRIM, SILL SIDE»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__trim-sill-side)
- Driver Seat Lumbar Support Adjustment Switch -E176- Front passenger side: front passenger seat lumbar support adjustment switch -E177- Vehicles with special equipment Assembly overview, refer to «LUMBAR SUPPORT ADJUSTMENT SWITCH OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan) Lumbar support adjustment switch, removing and installing, refer to «LUMBAR SUPPORT ADJUSTMENT SWITCH»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan) Four-way lumbar support, removing and installing, refer to «FOUR-WAY LUMBAR SUPPORT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan)
- Cover For connector station Removing and installing, refer to «FRONT SEATS, BRINGING INTO THE SERVICE POSITION»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__front-seats-bringing-into-the-service)
- Connector Station Connector routing, refer to «CONNECTOR STATION CONNECTORS OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__connector-station-connectors-overview)
- Cover For the front left seat rail Removing and installing, refer to «SEAT RAIL COVER»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__seat-rail-cover)
- Bolt 50 Nm
- Corrugated Pipe For modular wiring routing Assembly overview, refer to «MODULAR WIRE ROUTING OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__modular-wire-routing-overview) Modular wiring with corrugated tube on front seat, refer to «MODULAR WIRE ROUTING WITH RIDGED TUBE ON FRONT SEAT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__modular-wire-routing-with-ridged-tube)
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- Front Seat
- Wiring Bracket Note location. Refer to «MODULAR WIRE ROUTING WITH RIDGED TUBE ON FRONT SEAT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__modular-wire-routing-with-ridged-tube)
- Corrugated Pipe Lower Shell Note location. Refer to «MODULAR WIRE ROUTING WITH RIDGED TUBE ON FRONT SEAT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__modular-wire-routing-with-ridged-tube)
- Wiring Harness Observe notes for routing wiring harness in corrugated pipe. Refer to «MODULAR WIRE ROUTING WITH RIDGED TUBE ON FRONT SEAT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__modular-wire-routing-with-ridged-tube)
- Corrugated Pipe Upper Shell Note location. Refer to «MODULAR WIRE ROUTING WITH RIDGED TUBE ON FRONT SEAT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__modular-wire-routing-with-ridged-tube)
ONE-SECTION BACKREST COVER OVERVIEW
Note. The assembly overview shows the Standard front seat. The backrest cover of the other seat versions is identical. The illustration shows a backrest cover without a storage net.
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- Front Seat
- Upper Hook Quantity: 2
- Backrest Cover Vehicles with special equipment Removing and installing, refer to «BACKREST COVER (SECTION ONE)»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__backrest-cover-section-one)
- Lower Hook Quantity: 2
- Hook, Bottom Side Quantity: 2
- Tab, Upper Side Quantity: 2
SEAT ANGLE ADJUSTER OVERVIEW
The overview shows a manual sport front seat. The seat angle adjuster is similar for the manual standard front seat. Refer to SEAT ANGLE ADJUSTER OVERVIEW .
SEAT FORWARD/BACK ADJUSTER OVERVIEW
Note. There is no separation between the seat pan lower frame with a seat forward/back adjuster and the seat pan upper frame on the standard front seat (manual).
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- Front Seat
- Seat Forward/Back Adjuster Part of seat pan lower frame Not replaced separately
- Seat Forward/Back Adjuster Release Cable Removing and installing, refer to «SEAT FORWARD/BACK ADJUSTER RELEASE CABLE»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__seat-forwardback-adjuster-release-cable) It is not possible to adjust the release cable
- Clip or Cable Tie
- Handle For seat forward/back adjustment Removing and installing, refer to «SEAT FORWARD/BACK ADJUSTMENT HANDLE»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__seat-forwardback-adjustment-handle)
- Retaining Clip Replace the seat forward/back adjustment handle each time it is removed Note location, refer to «SEAT FORWARD/BACK ADJUSTMENT HANDLE»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__seat-forwardback-adjustment-handle) .
- Actuator For seat forward/back adjustment
- Spring For lever for seat forward/back adjuster release cable retainer Different components for driver and front passenger side Removing and installing, refer to «RELEASE CABLE MOUNT LEVER AND SEAT FORWARD/BACK ADJUSTMENT SPRING»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__release-cable-mount-lever-and-seat)
- Lever For seat forward/back adjuster release cable retainer Same part for driver and front passenger seat Removing and installing, refer to «RELEASE CABLE MOUNT LEVER AND SEAT FORWARD/BACK ADJUSTMENT SPRING»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__release-cable-mount-lever-and-seat)
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- Seat Height Adjustment Handle Removing and installing, refer to «SEAT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT HANDLE»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__seat-height-adjustment-handle) With a tab -A- for engaging with the tab -B- on the lever -7-.
- Screws Quantity: 2 Note the different bolt length -4- 6.5 Nm
- Seat Height Adjuster Removing and installing, refer to «SEAT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__seat-height-adjustment)
- Bolt Note the different bolt lengths -2- 10 Nm
- Locking Washer Always replace if removed
- Screws Quantity: 2 8 Nm
- Lever For seat height adjustment handle With the tab -B- for locking the seat height adjustment handle -1
SEAT POSITION SENSOR OVERVIEW
The seat position sensor is similar in all seat versions.
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- Seat Ventilation Control Module (Integrated in the Seat Heating) Versions with driver side seat heating:left front seat ventilation control module -J800- Versions with passenger side seat heating:right front seat ventilation control module -J799- Clipped with the bracket Removing and installing, refer to «RIGHT FRONT SEAT VENTILATION CONTROL MODULE (SEAT HEATER INTEGRATED) -J799- / -J800»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__right-front-seat-ventilation-control-module)
- Bracket Removing and installing, refer to «MEMORY SEAT/STEERING COLUMN ADJUSTMENT CONTROL MODULE BRACKET»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__memory-seatsteering-column-adjustment-control-module) Engaged and clipped in the seat pan
- Front Seat
- Pin For securing the bracket to the seat pan
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- Front Seat
- Expanding Rivet
- Tunnel Side Trim Can only be replaced with seat removed Removing and installing, refer to «TRIM, TUNNEL SIDE»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__trim-tunnel-side)
- Expanding Rivet
- Backrest Adjustment Wheel Removing and installing, refer to «BACKREST ADJUSTMENT WHEEL»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__backrest-adjustment-wheel)
- Seat Height Adjustment Handle Removing and installing, refer to «SEAT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT HANDLE»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__seat-height-adjustment-handle)
- Lumbar Support Adjustment Switch Vehicles with special equipment Driver side: driver seat lumbar support adjustment switch -E176- Front passenger side: front passenger seat lumbar support adjustment switch -E177- Assembly overview, refer to «LUMBAR SUPPORT ADJUSTMENT SWITCH OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan) Removing and installing, refer to «LUMBAR SUPPORT ADJUSTMENT SWITCH»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan)
- Sill-Side Trim Can be replaced with seat installed Removing and installing, refer to «TRIM, SILL SIDE»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__trim-sill-side)
Scheme 74
- Front Seat Manual
- Retaining Bracket For sill side trim Removing and installing, refer to «SILL SIDE RETAINING BRACKET TRIM»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__sill-side-retaining-bracket-trim)
- Screws Quantity: 3 3.5 Nm
Scheme 75
- Bottom Spring Not available separately
- Center Spring Not available separately
- Upper Pull-Spring Not available separately
- Spring Mat Removing and installing, refer to «SPRING MAT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__spring-mat) Can be removed and installed with and without the pull-springs
- Backrest Frame
STORAGE COMPARTMENT OVERVIEW
The assembly overview shows the power Standard front seat. The storage compartment on a manual standard front seat (manually adjustable) is identical.
Scheme 76
- Seat Pan
- Torsion Bar Also called the HV spring Removing and installing, refer to «TORSION BAR»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__torsion-bar)
- Mount Depending on the version, 2- or 3-piece Slide into the guide Removing and installing, refer to «TORSION BAR BEARING»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__torsion-bar-bearing)
TWO-SECTION BACKREST COVER WITH BACKREST FRAME TRIM OVERVIEW
Note. The two-section backrest cover consists of the removable backrest cover and the trim on the backrest frame. The assembly overview shows the standard front seat. The backrest cover and backrest frame trim for the other seat versions are similar.
Scheme 77
- Front Seat
- Backrest Frame Trim Removing and installing, refer to «BACKREST FRAME TRIM»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__backrest-frame-trim)
- Backrest Cover Mounting points overview (Scheme 78)Removing and installing, refer to «BACKREST COVER (SECTION TWO)»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__backrest-cover-section-two)
- Backrest Frame
Scheme 78
- Backrest, front seat
- Upper hooks (quantity: 2)
- Left side retaining tabs (quantity: 3)
- Lower hooks (quantity: 2)
- Right side retaining tabs (quantity: 3)
BACKREST ADJUSTMENT MOTOR OVERVIEW
Note. The backrest is shown without the upholstery, cover and seat pan.
Scheme 79
- Backrest Frame
- Nut Replace 6 Nm
- Washer
- Shaft The threads must be cleaned before installing the nut -2- (for example, using a thread tap). Coat the threads on the shaft with locking fluid before installing the nut. For the correct locking fluid.
- Bolt Replace Use locking fluid when installing the bolt. For the correct locking fluid. 7.5 Nm
- Backrest adjustment motor Driver side: driver backrest adjustment motor -V45- Front passenger side: front passenger backrest adjustment motor -V46- Removing and installing, refer to «BACKREST ADJUSTMENT MOTOR»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan)
BACKREST COVER AND BACKREST FRAME TRIM OVERVIEW
The assembly overview shows a manual Standard front seat. The backrest cover and backrest frame trim of the power Standard front seat (electrically adjustable) are similar.
Refer to TWO-SECTION BACKREST COVER WITH BACKREST FRAME TRIM OVERVIEW for the two-section backrest cover and ONE-SECTION BACKREST COVER OVERVIEW for the one-section backrest cover.
Scheme 80
- Lumbar Support Adjustment Switch Driver side: driver seat lumbar support adjustment switch -E176- Front passenger side: front passenger seat lumbar support adjustment switch -E177- Do not disconnect actuator and switch, they can only be replaced as a complete assembly unit. Removing and installing, refer to «LUMBAR SUPPORT ADJUSTMENT SWITCH»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan)
- Seat Forward/Back, Angle And Height Adjustment Actuator Driver side: for driver seat forward/back adjustment switch -E363-, driver seat angle adjustment switch -E222-, driver seat height adjustment switch -E364- Front passenger side: for front passenger seat forward/back adjustment switch -E64-, front passenger seat angle adjustment switch -E334-, front passenger seat height adjustment switch -E365- Actuator, removing and installing refer to «SEAT ADJUSTMENT CONTROL SWITCH»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__seat-adjustment-control-switch) Switch and button, removing and installing refer to «SEAT ADJUSTMENT CONTROL HEAD»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan) The switches and buttons listed under -3- are located in both the driver seat adjustment control head -E470- or front passenger seat adjustment control head -E471- and cannot be replaced individually.
- Backrest And Headrest Adjustment Driver side: for driver backrest adjustment switch -E96-, driver headrest adjustment button -E155- Front passenger side: for front passenger backrest adjustment switch -E98-, front passenger headrest adjustment switch -E170- Actuator, removing and installing refer to «BACKREST AND HEADREST ADJUSTMENT ACTUATOR»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__backrest-and-headrest-adjustment-actuator) Switch and button, removing and installing refer to «SEAT ADJUSTMENT CONTROL HEAD»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan) The switches and buttons listed under -2- are integrated together in the driver seat adjustment control head -E470- or front passenger seat adjustment control head -E471- and cannot be replaced individually.
CONNECTOR STATION CONNECTORS
The following describes the connector station connectors for the manual standard front seat. They are similar for the power standard front seat.
Part 1
Scheme 81
- Memory Seat/Steering Column Adjustment Control Head Driver side: memory seat/steering column adjustment control module -J136- Front passenger side: passenger memory seat control module -J521- Vehicles with seat heating or a comfort seat on the driver side: left front seat ventilation control module -J800- (integrated seat heater function) Vehicles with seat heating or a comfort seat on the driver side: right front seat ventilation control module -J799- (integrated seat heater function) Assembly overview, refer to «MEMORY SEAT/STEERING COLUMN ADJUSTMENT CONTROL MODULE OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan) Removing and installing, refer to «MEMORY SEAT/STEERING COLUMN ADJUSTMENT CONTROL MODULE»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__memory-seatsteering-column-adjustment-control-module)
- Seat Forward/Back Adjustment Motor Driver side: driver seat forward/back adjustment motor -V28- Front passenger side: front passenger seat forward/back adjustment motor -V31- Assembly overview, refer to «FORWARD/BACK ADJUSTMENT MOTOR OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__forwardback-adjustment-motor-overview) Removing and installing, refer to «FORWARD/BACK ADJUSTMENT MOTOR»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan)
- Backrest Adjustment Motor Driver side: driver backrest adjustment motor -V45- Front passenger side: front passenger backrest adjustment motor -V46- Assembly overview, refer to «BACKREST ADJUSTMENT MOTOR OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__backrest-adjustment-motor-overview) Removing and installing, refer to «BACKREST ADJUSTMENT MOTOR»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan)
- Lumbar Support Height Adjustment Motor Driver side: driver seat lumbar support height adjustment motor -V129- Front passenger side: front passenger seat lumbar support height adjustment motor -V130- Assembly overview, refer to «LUMBAR SUPPORT CURVATURE AND HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT MOTORS OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan) Removing and installing, refer to «FORWARD/BACK ADJUSTMENT MOTOR AND LUMBAR SUPPORT ADJUSTMENT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__forwardback-adjustment-motor-and-lumbar-support)
- Headrest Adjustment Motor Driver side: driver head restraint adjustment motor -V103- Front passenger side: front passenger head restraint adjustment motor -V104- Is a fixed component of the headrest base plate and cannot be replaced. If the headrest adjustment motor is faulty, replace the entire headrest base plate.
- Lumbar Support Curvature Adjustment Motor Driver side: driver seat lumbar support curvature adjustment motor -V125- Front passenger side: front passenger seat lumbar support curvature adjustment motor -V126- Assembly overview, refer to «LUMBAR SUPPORT CURVATURE AND HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT MOTORS OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan) Removing and installing, refer to «FORWARD/BACK ADJUSTMENT MOTOR AND LUMBAR SUPPORT ADJUSTMENT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__forwardback-adjustment-motor-and-lumbar-support)
- Seat Height Adjustment Motor Driver side: driver seat height adjustment motor -V245- Front passenger side: front passenger seat height adjustment motor -V246- Assembly overview, refer to «HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT MOTOR OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__height-adjustment-motor-overview) Removing and installing, refer to «HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT MOTOR»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan)
- Footwell Light Removing and installing, refer to «[For engine(s) CAEB, CALA, CCBA] Removal and Installation»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#interior-lights-switches-sedan)
- Seat Adjustment Control Head Driver side: driver seat adjustment control head -E470- with: Driver backrest adjustment switch -E96- Driver headrest adjustment switch -E155- Driver seat angle adjustment switch -E222- Driver seat forward/back adjustment switch -E363- Driver height adjustment switch -E364- Front passenger side: front passenger seat adjustment control head -E471- with: Front passenger seat forward/back adjustment switch -E64- Front passenger backrest adjustment switch -E98- Front passenger headrest adjustment switch -E170- Front passenger seat angle adjustment motor -E334- Front passenger seat height adjustment switch -E365- Assembly overview, refer to «SEAT ADJUSTMENT CONTROL HEAD OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__seat-adjustment-control-head-overview) Removing and installing, refer to «SEAT ADJUSTMENT CONTROL HEAD»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan)
- Lumbar Support Adjustment Switch Driver side: driver seat lumbar support adjustment switch -E176- Front passenger side: front passenger seat lumbar support adjustment switch -E177- Assembly overview, refer to «LUMBAR SUPPORT ADJUSTMENT SWITCH OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan) Removing and installing, refer to «LUMBAR SUPPORT ADJUSTMENT SWITCH»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan)
- Seat Angle Adjustment Motor Driver side: driver seat angle adjustment motor -V243- Front passenger side: front passenger seat angle adjustment motor -V244- Assembly overview, refer to «SEAT ANGLE ADJUSTMENT MOTOR OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__seat-angle-adjustment-motor-overview) Removing and installing, refer to «SEAT ANGLE ADJUSTMENT MOTOR»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan)
- Seat Position Sensor Diver side: driver seat position sensor -G553- Front passenger side: front passenger seat position sensor -G554- Assembly overview, refer to «SEAT POSITION SENSOR OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/airbag/#passenger-protection-airbags-seat-belts-sedan__seat-position-sensor-overview) Removing and installing, refer to «SEAT POSITION SENSOR, WITH SEAT OCCUPIED SENSOR FOR BELT FASTENING DETECTION»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/airbag/#passenger-protection-airbags-seat-belts-sedan__seat-position-sensor-with-seat-occupied)
Part 2
Scheme 82
- Seat Ventilation Control Module (Integrated in the Seat Heating) Vehicles equipped with a comfort seat on the driver side: left front seat ventilation control module -J800- Vehicles equipped with a comfort seat on the front passenger side: right front seat ventilation control module -J799- Assembly overview, refer to «SEAT VENTILATION CONTROL MODULE OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan) Removing and installing, refer to «RIGHT FRONT SEAT VENTILATION CONTROL MODULE (SEAT HEATER INTEGRATED) -J799- / -J800»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__right-front-seat-ventilation-control-module)
- Seat Position Sensor Diver side: driver seat position sensor -G553- Front passenger side: front passenger seat position sensor -G554- Assembly overview, refer to «SEAT POSITION SENSOR OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/airbag/#passenger-protection-airbags-seat-belts-sedan__seat-position-sensor-overview) Versions with seat occupied sensor for belt fastening detection, removing and installing refer to «SEAT POSITION SENSOR, WITH SEAT OCCUPIED SENSOR FOR BELT FASTENING DETECTION»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/airbag/#passenger-protection-airbags-seat-belts-sedan__seat-position-sensor-with-seat-occupied) Versions with seat occupied sensor for passenger airbag deactivation, removing and installing refer to «SEAT POSITION SENSOR, WITH SEAT OCCUPIED SENSOR FOR PASSENGER AIRBAG DEACTIVATION»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/airbag/#passenger-protection-airbags-seat-belts-sedan__seat-position-sensor-with-seat-occupied)
- Lumbar Support Height Adjustment Motor Driver side: driver seat lumbar support height adjustment motor -V129- Front passenger side: front passenger seat lumbar support height adjustment motor -V130- Assembly overview, refer to «LUMBAR SUPPORT CURVATURE AND HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT MOTORS OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan) Removing and installing, refer to «FORWARD/BACK ADJUSTMENT MOTOR AND LUMBAR SUPPORT ADJUSTMENT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__forwardback-adjustment-motor-and-lumbar-support)
- Lumbar Support Curvature Adjustment Motor Driver side: driver seat lumbar support curvature adjustment motor -V125- Front passenger side: front passenger seat lumbar support curvature adjustment motor -V126- Assembly overview, refer to «LUMBAR SUPPORT CURVATURE AND HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT MOTORS OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan) Removing and installing, refer to «FORWARD/BACK ADJUSTMENT MOTOR AND LUMBAR SUPPORT ADJUSTMENT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__forwardback-adjustment-motor-and-lumbar-support)
- Lumbar Support Adjustment Switch Driver side: driver seat lumbar support adjustment switch -E176- Front passenger side: front passenger seat lumbar support adjustment switch -E177- Assembly overview, refer to «LUMBAR SUPPORT ADJUSTMENT SWITCH OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan) Removing and installing, refer to «LUMBAR SUPPORT ADJUSTMENT SWITCH»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan)
Scheme 83
- Backrest Frame
- Rivet
- Plastic Washer Insert in front of the four-way lumber support riveted connection between the lumbar support bracket and the backrest frame
- Lumbar Support Curvature Adjustment Motor Driver side: driver seat lumbar support curvature adjustment motor -V125- Front passenger side: front passenger seat lumbar support curvature adjustment motor -V126- Assembly overview, refer to «LUMBAR SUPPORT CURVATURE AND HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT MOTORS OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan) Removing and installing, refer to «FORWARD/BACK ADJUSTMENT MOTOR AND LUMBAR SUPPORT ADJUSTMENT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__forwardback-adjustment-motor-and-lumbar-support)
- Four-Way Lumbar Support Removing and installing, refer to «FOUR-WAY LUMBAR SUPPORT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan)
- Lumbar Support Height Adjustment Motor Driver side: driver seat lumbar support height adjustment motor -V129- Front passenger side: front passenger seat lumbar support height adjustment motor -V130- Assembly overview, refer to «LUMBAR SUPPORT CURVATURE AND HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT MOTORS OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan) Removing and installing, refer to «FORWARD/BACK ADJUSTMENT MOTOR AND LUMBAR SUPPORT ADJUSTMENT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__forwardback-adjustment-motor-and-lumbar-support)
- System Engaged in the four-way lumbar support The upholstery is secured tot he system by Velcro® fasteners
FORWARD/BACK ADJUSTMENT MOTOR OVERVIEW
Note. If the motor is faulty, the seat pan lower frame must be replaced. The seat pan is shown without the upholstery and cover.
Scheme 84
- Upper Seat Pan Frame Separate the seat pan upper and lower frames and assembly. Refer to «SEAT PAN, DISASSEMBLING AND ASSEMBLING»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan)
- Lower Seat Pan Frame Depending on the version Separate the seat pan upper and lower frames and assembly. Refer to «SEAT PAN, DISASSEMBLING AND ASSEMBLING»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan)
- Seat Forward/Back Adjustment Motor With lower seat frame Driver side: driver seat forward/back adjustment motor -V28- Front passenger side: front passenger seat forward/back adjustment motor -V31- Cannot be disassembled; available only as a complete unit. Removing and installing, refer to «FORWARD/BACK ADJUSTMENT MOTOR»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan)
The assembly overview shows a manual Standard front seat. The front backrest is similar for the power Standard front seat (electrically adjustable).
Scheme 85
- Seat Pan
- Screws Quantity: 2 Self-locking Always replace if removed Threaded holes for screws must always be cleaned, for example, with thread cutter 10 Nm
- Bracket Bolted with the seat pan
- Seat Height Adjustment Motor Driver side: driver seat height adjustment motor -V245- Front passenger side: front passenger seat height adjustment motor -V246- Removing and installing, refer to «HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT MOTOR»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan)
- Bolt CAUTION: The bolt has a left-hand thread. Self-locking Always replace if removed Follow the information given when removing and installing. Refer to «HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT MOTOR»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan) Threaded holes for screws must always be cleaned, for example, with thread cutter 18 Nm
- Adjusting Spindle Preadjusted by the manufacturer Component of the seat height adjustment motor
- Screws Quantity: 2 Self-locking Always replace if removed Threaded holes for screws must always be cleaned, for example, with thread cutter 28 Nm
Scheme 86
- Sill-Side Trim
- Screws Quantity: 2 0.5 Nm
- Lumbar Support Adjustment Switch Driver side: driver seat lumbar support adjustment switch -E176- Front passenger side: front passenger seat lumbar support adjustment switch -E177- Removing and installing, refer to «LUMBAR SUPPORT ADJUSTMENT SWITCH»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan) Switch and operating knob cannot be separated
Scheme 87
- Lumbar Support Curvature Adjustment Motor Driver side: driver seat lumbar support curvature adjustment motor -V125- Front passenger side: front passenger seat lumbar support curvature adjustment motor -V126- Removing and installing, refer to «FORWARD/BACK ADJUSTMENT MOTOR AND LUMBAR SUPPORT ADJUSTMENT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__forwardback-adjustment-motor-and-lumbar-support)
- Lumbar Support Height Adjustment Motor Driver side: driver seat lumbar support height adjustment motor -V129- Front passenger side: front passenger seat lumbar support height adjustment motor -V130- Removing and installing, refer to «FORWARD/BACK ADJUSTMENT MOTOR AND LUMBAR SUPPORT ADJUSTMENT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__forwardback-adjustment-motor-and-lumbar-support)
- Retaining Bracket For the lumbar support height adjustment motor -2
- Retaining Bracket For the lumbar support forward/back adjustment motor -1
Scheme 88
- Front Seat
- Pin for securing the bracket to the seat pan
- Bracket Removing and installing, refer to «MEMORY SEAT/STEERING COLUMN ADJUSTMENT CONTROL MODULE BRACKET»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__memory-seatsteering-column-adjustment-control-module) Engaged and clipped in the seat pan
- Memory Seat/Steering Column Adjustment Control Head Driver side: memory seat/steering column adjustment control module -J136- Front passenger side: passenger memory seat control module -J521- Vehicles with seat heating or a comfort seat on the driver side: left front seat ventilation control module -J800- (integrated seat heater function) Vehicles with seat heating or a comfort seat on the driver side: right front seat ventilation control module -J799- (integrated seat heater function) Clipped with the bracket Removing and installing, refer to «MEMORY SEAT/STEERING COLUMN ADJUSTMENT CONTROL MODULE»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__memory-seatsteering-column-adjustment-control-module)
MODULAR WIRE ROUTING OVERVIEW
The assembly overview relates to the manual standard front seat. The modular wiring for the power standard front seat is similar.
POWER HEADRESTS OVERVIEW
Note. The illustration does not show the backrest cover and upholstery.
Scheme 89
- Front Backrest
- Headrest Guide Without release button Removing and installing, refer to «HEADREST GUIDE»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__headrest-guide) Always installed on right side of backrest
- Wiring With connector Connected firmly to the headrest
- Headrest Driver side: with driver head restraint adjustment motor -V103- / driver headrest height adjustment sensor -G217- Front passenger side: with front passenger headrest adjustment motors -V104- / front passenger headrest height adjustment sensor -G282- Removing and installing, refer to «POWER HEADRESTS»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan) Only the seat cover, the cushion and the complete body can be replaced on the head restraint. It is not possible to disassemble the base plate or replace the electrical and electronic components installed inside.
- Headrest Guide With release button Removing and installing, refer to «HEADREST GUIDE»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__headrest-guide) Always installed on left side of backrest
POWER STANDARD FRONT SEAT OVERVIEW
Note. The overview is based on the driver seat. The passenger seat is similar and the components are installed reversed from left to right. The illustration does not show the carpet and the four-way lumbar support.
Scheme 90
- Storage Compartment Vehicles with special equipment Assembly overview, refer to «STORAGE COMPARTMENT OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan) Removing and installing, refer to «STORAGE COMPARTMENT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan)
- Seat Rail Cover Right front Removing and installing, refer to «SEAT RAIL COVER»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__seat-rail-cover)
- Bolt 50 Nm
- Spindle Cover Clipped to the seat forward/back adjustment spindle Removing and installing, refer to «SEAT RAIL SPINDLE COVER»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan)
- LATCH Child Seat Anchor Vehicles with special equipment For the front passenger seat only Assembly overview, refer to «LATCH CHILD SEAT ANCHORAGE, FRONT SEAT OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/airbag/#passenger-protection-airbags-seat-belts-sedan) Removing and installing, refer to «LATCH CHILD SEAT ANCHORAGE FRONT SEAT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/airbag/#passenger-protection-airbags-seat-belts-sedan__latch-child-seat-anchorage-front-seat) Check after accident «LATCH AND TOP TETHER CHILD SEAT ANCHORAGES (ISOFIX), CHECKING AFTER COLLISION»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/airbag/#passenger-protection-airbags-seat-belts-sedan__latch-and-top-tether-child-seat)
- Tunnel Side Trim Assembly overview, refer to «SILL AND TUNNEL SIDE TRIM OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan) Removing and installing, refer to «TRIM, TUNNEL SIDE»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__trim-tunnel-side)
- Bolt 50 Nm
- Power Standard Front Seat Removing and installing, refer to «POWER STANDARD FRONT SEAT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__power-standard-front-seat)
- Headrest Power Assembly overview, refer to «POWER HEADRESTS OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__power-headrests-overview) Removing and installing, refer to «POWER HEADRESTS»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan)
- Seat Rail Cover Right rear Removing and installing, refer to «SEAT RAIL COVER»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__seat-rail-cover)
- Sill-Side Trim Assembly overview, refer to «SILL AND TUNNEL SIDE TRIM OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan) Removing and installing, refer to «TRIM, SILL SIDE»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan)
- Bolt 50 Nm
- Seat Rail Cover Left rear Removing and installing, refer to «SEAT RAIL COVER»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__seat-rail-cover)
- Lower Seat Pan Frame Assembly overview, refer to «SEAT PAN OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__seat-pan-overview) Seat Pan, disassembling and assembling refer to «SEAT PAN, DISASSEMBLING AND ASSEMBLING»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan)
- Actuator For backrest and headrest adjustment Assembly overview, refer to «SEAT ADJUSTMENT CONTROL HEAD OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__seat-adjustment-control-head-overview) Actuator, removing and installing refer to «BACKREST AND HEADREST ADJUSTMENT ACTUATOR»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__backrest-and-headrest-adjustment-actuator) Control head, removing and installing, refer to «SEAT ADJUSTMENT CONTROL HEAD»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan)
- Actuator Seat forward/back, angle and height adjustment actuator Assembly overview, refer to «SEAT ADJUSTMENT CONTROL HEAD OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__seat-adjustment-control-head-overview) Actuator, removing and installing refer to «SEAT ADJUSTMENT CONTROL SWITCH»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__seat-adjustment-control-switch) Control head, removing and installing, refer to «SEAT ADJUSTMENT CONTROL HEAD»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan)
- Driver Seat Lumbar Support Adjustment Switch -E176- Front passenger side: front passenger seat lumbar support adjustment switch -E177- Assembly overview, refer to «LUMBAR SUPPORT ADJUSTMENT SWITCH OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan) Lumbar Support Adjustment Switch, removing and installing refer to «LUMBAR SUPPORT ADJUSTMENT SWITCH»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan) Four-way lumbar support, removing and installing refer to «FOUR-WAY LUMBAR SUPPORT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan)
- Spindle Cover Clipped to the seat forward/back adjustment spindle Removing and installing, refer to «SEAT RAIL SPINDLE COVER»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan)
- Cover For connector station Removing and installing, refer to «FRONT SEATS, BRINGING INTO THE SERVICE POSITION»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__front-seats-bringing-into-the-service)
- Connector Station Connector routing, refer to «CONNECTOR STATION CONNECTORS OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__connector-station-connectors-overview)
- Seat Rail Cover Left front Removing and installing, refer to «SEAT RAIL COVER»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__seat-rail-cover)
- Bolt 50 Nm
- Corrugated Pipe For modular wiring routing Assembly overview, refer to «MODULAR WIRE ROUTING OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__modular-wire-routing-overview) Modular wiring with corrugated tube on front seat, refer to «MODULAR WIRE ROUTING WITH RIDGED TUBE ON FRONT SEAT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__modular-wire-routing-with-ridged-tube)
Scheme 91
- Sill-Side Trim Removing and installing, refer to «TRIM, SILL SIDE»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan)
- Actuator For backrest and headrest adjustment Clipped to the control head Removing and installing, refer to «BACKREST AND HEADREST ADJUSTMENT ACTUATOR»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__backrest-and-headrest-adjustment-actuator)
- Actuator For seat adjustment Clipped to the control head Removing and installing, refer to «SEAT ADJUSTMENT CONTROL SWITCH»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__seat-adjustment-control-switch)
- Screws Quantity: 3 0.4 Nm
- Seat Adjustment Control Head Driver side: driver seat adjustment control head -E470- with: Driver backrest adjustment switch -E96- Driver headrest adjustment switch -E155- Driver seat angle adjustment switch -E222- Driver seat forward/back adjustment switch -E363- Driver height adjustment switch -E364- Front passenger side: front passenger seat adjustment control head -E471- with: Front passenger seat forward/back adjustment switch -E64- Front passenger backrest adjustment switch -E98- Front passenger headrest adjustment switch -E170- Front passenger seat angle adjustment motor -E334- Front passenger seat height adjustment switch -E365- Removing and installing, refer to «SEAT ADJUSTMENT CONTROL HEAD»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan)
Scheme 92
- Seat Angle Adjustment Motor Driver side: driver seat angle adjustment motor -V243- Front passenger side: front passenger seat angle adjustment motor -V244- Removing and installing, refer to «SEAT ANGLE ADJUSTMENT MOTOR»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan)
- Screws Quantity: 2 Self-locking Always replace if removed Threaded holes for screws must always be cleaned, for example, with thread cutter 10 Nm
- Bolt Self-locking Always replace if removed Threaded holes for screws must always be cleaned, for example, with thread cutter 20 Nm
- Connector
Scheme 93
- Seat Depth Adjuster Only for sport seats Removing and installing, refer to «SEAT DEPTH ADJUSTER»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__seat-depth-adjuster) For the correct allocation.
- Upper Seat Pan Frame Removing and installing, refer to «SEAT PAN, DISASSEMBLING AND ASSEMBLING»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan) For the correct allocation. Install all electrical and electronic components and wires in the new upper frame.
- Washer
- Bolt Quantity: 4 Self-locking Replace Threaded holes for screws must be cleaned, for example, with thread cutter 22 Nm
- Lower Seat Pan Frame Driver side: with driver seat forward/back adjustment motor -V28- Front passenger side: with front passenger seat forward/back adjustment motor -V31- Cannot be disassembled Removing and installing, refer to «SEAT PAN, DISASSEMBLING AND ASSEMBLING»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan) For replacing, install the removing and installing and seat belt latch in the new lower frame
- Bushing Inserted in all bracket locations Cannot be replaced with workshop materials The assembly component must be replaced if the bushing is damaged
The seat position sensor is similar in all seat versions.
Scheme 94
- Front Seat
- Expanding Rivet
- Tunnel Side Trim Can only be replaced with seat removed Removing and installing, refer to «TRIM, TUNNEL SIDE»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__trim-tunnel-side)
- Expanding Rivet
- Expanding Rivet
- Driver Seat Adjustment Control Head -E470- Front passenger side: front passenger seat adjustment control head -E471- Assembly overview, refer to «SEAT ADJUSTMENT CONTROL HEAD OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__seat-adjustment-control-head-overview) Removing and installing, refer to «SEAT ADJUSTMENT CONTROL HEAD»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan)
- Actuator For Seat adjustment Assembly overview, refer to «BACKREST AND HEADREST ADJUSTMENT CONTROL HEAD OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__backrest-and-headrest-adjustment-control-head) Removing and installing, refer to «SEAT ADJUSTMENT CONTROL SWITCH»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__seat-adjustment-control-switch)
- Driver Seat Lumbar Support Adjustment Switch -E176- Front passenger side: front passenger seat lumbar support adjustment switch -E177- Assembly overview, refer to «LUMBAR SUPPORT ADJUSTMENT SWITCH OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan) Removing and installing, refer to «LUMBAR SUPPORT ADJUSTMENT SWITCH»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan)
- Sill-Side Trim Can be replaced with seat installed Removing and installing, refer to «TRIM, SILL SIDE»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan) Attach to the bracket and storage compartment
Scheme 95
- Front Seat Power standard seat Power sport seat Comfort seat Super sport seat
- Screws Quantity: 4 8 Nm
- Retaining Bracket For sill side trim Removing and installing, refer to «SILL SIDE RETAINING BRACKET TRIM»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan)
Scheme 96
- Front Seat
- Sill-Side Trim
- Threaded Clip Quantity: 2
- Storage Compartment Various versions: For manual standard and sport front seats For the power standard and sport front seats (electrically adjustable) and comfort and super sport front seats Removing and installing, refer to «STORAGE COMPARTMENT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan) Cannot be disassembled, only available as a complete replacement part For the correct allocation.
- Bolt Quantity: 2 8 Nm
- Upper Seat Pan Frame
TORSION BAR OVERVIEW
The assembly overview relates to the manual standard front seat. The torsion bar on the power standard front seat is similar.
The assembly overview shows the power standard front seat. The comfort front seat is similar.
The assembly overview shows a manual standard front seat. The backrest cover and backrest frame trim are identical on the comfort front seat.
Refer to TWO-SECTION BACKREST COVER WITH BACKREST FRAME TRIM OVERVIEW for the two-section backrest cover and ONE-SECTION BACKREST COVER OVERVIEW for the one-section backrest cover.
BACKREST AND HEADREST ADJUSTMENT CONTROL HEAD ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW
The assembly overview relates to the power standard front seat. The seat and backrest adjustment control of the comfort front seat is similar.
COMFORT FRONT SEAT OVERVIEW
The assembly overview shows the power standard front seat. The comfort front seat is similar.
The following describes the connector station connectors for the manual standard front seat. They are similar for the comfort front seat.
The assembly overview relates to the power standard front seat. The electrical and electronic components of the comfort front seat are similar.
Scheme 97
- Seat Cushion Fan Driver side: driver seat cushion blower fan -V390- Front passenger side: front passenger seat cushion blower fan -V391- Removing and installing, refer to «FAN, SEAT CUSHION»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__fan-seat-cushion)
- Seat Cushion Fan 2 Driver side: driver seat cushion blower fan 2 -V419- Front passenger side: front passenger seat cushion blower fan 2 -V420- Removing and installing, refer to «FAN, SEAT CUSHION»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__fan-seat-cushion)
- Backrest Fan 2 Driver side: driver seat backrest blower fan 2 -V417- Front passenger side: front passenger seat backrest blower fan 2 -V418- Removing and installing, refer to «FAN, UPPER BACKREST»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__fan-upper-backrest)
- Backrest Fan Driver side: driver seat backrest blower fan -V388- Front passenger side: front passenger seat backrest blower fan -V389- Removing and installing, refer to «FAN, UPPER BACKREST»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__fan-upper-backrest)
Scheme 98
- Bolt - 1.5 Nm
- Air intake grille
- Seal
- Seat cushion fan
The assembly overview relates to the power standard front seat. The seat forward/back adjustment motor of the comfort front seat is similar.
Scheme 99
- Plastic Washer Insert in front of the four-way lumber support riveted connection between the lumbar support bracket and the backrest frame
- Four-Way Lumbar Support Driver side: driver seat lumbar support curvature adjustment motor -V125- Front passenger side: front passenger seat lumbar support curvature adjustment motor -V126- Driver side: driver seat lumbar support height adjustment motor -V129- Front passenger side: front passenger seat lumbar support height adjustment motor -V130- Removing and installing, refer to «FOUR-WAY LUMBAR SUPPORT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan)
- Backrest Frame
- Rivet
The assembly overview relates to the power standard front seat. The front backrest is similar for the comfort front seat.
HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT MOTOR OVERVIEW
The assembly overview shows the power standard front seat. The seat height adjustment motor is similar on the comfort front seat.
The assembly overview shows a manual standard front seat. The lumbar support adjustment switches of the comfort front seat are similar.
MEMORY SEAT ADJUSTMENT CONTROL MODULE WITH INTEGRATED SEAT VENTILATION FUNCTION OVERVIEW
The assembly overview is based on a power standard front seat with a memory seat adjustment control module.
The assembly overview relates to the manual standard front seat. It is similar for the comfort front seat.
The assembly overview relates to the power standard front seat. The electrically adjustable headrest is similar for the comfort front seat.
SEAT ADJUSTMENT CONTROL HEAD OVERVIEW
The assembly overview shows the power standard front seat. The driver or front passenger seat adjustment control head is similar on the comfort front seat.
SEAT ANGLE ADJUSTMENT MOTOR OVERVIEW
The assembly overview shows the power standard front seat. The seat angle adjustment motor is similar on the comfort front seat.
SEAT PAN OVERVIEW
The assembly overview relates to the power standard front seat. The seat pan is similar for the comfort front seat.
The seat position sensor is similar in all seat versions.
SILL AND TUNNEL SIDE TRIM OVERVIEW
The assembly overview relates to the power standard front seat. The trims on the sill and tunnel side of the comfort front seat are similar.
SILL SIDE TRIM RETAINING BRACKET OVERVIEW
The assembly overview relates to the power standard front seat. The trim retaining bracket on the sill side of the comfort front seat is similar.
The assembly overview relates to the power standard front seat. The storage compartment is similar for the comfort front seat.
The assembly overview relates to the manual standard front seat. The torsion bar is similar for the comfort front seat.
The assembly overview shows a manual Standard front seat. The backrest cover and backrest frame trim of the manual sport front seat are similar.
Refer to TWO-SECTION BACKREST COVER WITH BACKREST FRAME TRIM OVERVIEW for the two-section backrest cover and ONE-SECTION BACKREST COVER OVERVIEW for the one-section backrest cover.
The connector station connectors are described fro the manual standard front seat. They are similar for the manual sport front seat.
The assembly overview shows the power standard front seat. The electrical and electronic components of the manual sport front seat are similar.
The assembly overview shows the power standard front seat. The four-way lumbar support of the manual sport front seat is similar.
The assembly overview shows a manual standard front seat. The front backrest is similar for the manual sport front seat.
The assembly overview shows a manual standard front seat. The headrests are similar for the manual sport front seat.
The assembly overview shows a manual standard front seat. The lumbar support adjustment switches of the manual sport front seat are similar.
The assembly overview shows the power standard front seat. The motors for the seat forward/back adjustment and lumbar support adjustment are identical on the manual sport front seat.
The assembly overview shows a manual standard front seat. The modular wiring for the manual sport front seat is similar.
Scheme 100
- Handle For seat inclination adjustment Removing and installing, refer to «SEAT ANGLE ADJUSTMENT HANDLE»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__seat-angle-adjustment-handle)
- Retaining Clip Replace the seat angle adjustment handle each time it is removed Installation position, refer to «SEAT ANGLE ADJUSTMENT HANDLE»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__seat-angle-adjustment-handle) .
- Bolt Self-locking Always replace if removed Threaded holes for screws must always be cleaned, for example, with thread cutter 6.5 Nm
- Shoulder Pin Self-locking Always replace if removed Threaded holes for screws must always be cleaned, for example, with thread cutter 6 Nm
- Seat Angle Adjustment Removing and installing, refer to «SEAT ANGLE ADJUSTER»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__seat-angle-adjuster)
Scheme 101
- Nut Quantity: 4 Replace
- Sport Seat With a seat depth adjuster
- Trim For seat depth adjustment Removing and installing, refer to «TRIM, SEAT DEPTH ADJUSTOR»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__trim-seat-depth-adjustor) Press on until it engages audibly
- Seat Depth Adjuster Removing and installing, refer to «SEAT DEPTH ADJUSTER»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__seat-depth-adjuster)
- Bushing
- Bolt Replace Use locking fluid when installing the bolt. For the correct locking fluid. 4 Nm
- Screws Replace Use locking fluid when installing the bolt. For the correct locking fluid. 4 Nm
- Bolt Replace Use locking fluid when installing the bolt. For the correct locking fluid. 4 Nm
- Bushing
The assembly overview shows a manual standard front seat. The seat forward/back adjuster is similar for the manual sport front seat.
SEAT HEIGHT ADJUSTER AND SEAT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT HANDLE OVERVIEW
The assembly overview shows a manual standard front seat. The seat height adjustment unit and handle of the manual sport front seat are similar.
The seat position sensor is similar in all seat versions.
The assembly overview shows a manual standard front seat. The trims on the sill and tunnel side of the manual sport front seat are similar.
The assembly overview shows a manual standard front seat. The trim retaining bracket on the sill side of the manual sport front seat is similar.
SPRING MAT OVERVIEW
The assembly overview shows a manual standard front seat. The spring mat is similar for the manual sport front seat.
SPORT FRONT SEAT OVERVIEW
Note. The overview is based on the driver seat. The passenger seat is similar and the components are installed reversed from left to right. The illustration does not show the floor covering.
Scheme 102
- Storage Compartment Vehicles with special equipment Assembly overview, refer to «STORAGE COMPARTMENT OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan) Removing and installing, refer to «STORAGE COMPARTMENT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan)
- Seat Forward/Back Adjuster Assembly overview, refer to «SEAT FORWARD/BACK ADJUSTER OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__seat-forwardback-adjuster-overview) Removing and installing, refer to «SEAT FORWARD/BACK ADJUSTMENT HANDLE»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__seat-forwardback-adjustment-handle)
- Cover For the front right seat rail Removing and installing, refer to «SEAT RAIL COVER»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__seat-rail-cover)
- Bolt 50 Nm
- Seat Depth Adjuster Assembly overview, refer to «SEAT DEPTH ADJUSTER OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__seat-depth-adjuster-overview) Removing and installing, refer to «SEAT DEPTH ADJUSTER»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__seat-depth-adjuster)
- LATCH Child Seat Anchor Vehicles with special equipment For the front passenger seat only Assembly overview, refer to «LATCH CHILD SEAT ANCHORAGE, FRONT SEAT OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/airbag/#passenger-protection-airbags-seat-belts-sedan) Removing and installing, refer to «LATCH CHILD SEAT ANCHORAGE FRONT SEAT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/airbag/#passenger-protection-airbags-seat-belts-sedan__latch-child-seat-anchorage-front-seat) Check after accident. Refer to «LATCH AND TOP TETHER CHILD SEAT ANCHORAGES (ISOFIX), CHECKING AFTER COLLISION»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/airbag/#passenger-protection-airbags-seat-belts-sedan__latch-and-top-tether-child-seat)
- Tunnel Side Trim Removing and installing, refer to «TRIM, TUNNEL SIDE»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__trim-tunnel-side)
- Bolt 50 Nm
- Manual Sport Front Seat Removing and installing, refer to «MANUAL STANDARD FRONT SEAT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__manual-standard-front-seat)
- Headrest Manual Assembly overview, refer to «HEADREST OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__headrest-overview) Removing and installing, refer to «HEADRESTS WITH LOCKING MECHANISM»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__headrests-with-locking-mechanism)
- Cover For the rear right seat rail Removing and installing, refer to «SEAT RAIL COVER»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__seat-rail-cover)
- Backrest Adjustment Wheel Removing and installing, refer to «BACKREST ADJUSTMENT WHEEL»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__backrest-adjustment-wheel)
- Bolt 50 Nm
- Cover For the rear left seat rail Removing and installing, refer to «SEAT RAIL COVER»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__seat-rail-cover)
- Lower Seat Pan Frame There is no separation between the seat pan lower frame with a seat forward/back adjuster and the seat pan upper frame on the standard front seat (manual).
- Seat Height Adjuster Assembly overview, refer to «SEAT HEIGHT ADJUSTER AND SEAT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT HANDLE OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__seat-height-adjuster-and-seat-height) Removing and installing, refer to «SEAT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__seat-height-adjustment)
- Sill-Side Trim Removing and installing, refer to «TRIM, SILL SIDE»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__trim-sill-side)
- Driver Seat Lumbar Support Adjustment Switch -E176- Front passenger side: front passenger seat lumbar support adjustment switch -E177- Vehicles with special equipment Assembly overview, refer to «LUMBAR SUPPORT ADJUSTMENT SWITCH OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan) Lumbar support adjustment switch, removing and installing «LUMBAR SUPPORT ADJUSTMENT SWITCH»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan) Four-way lumbar support, removing and installing «FOUR-WAY LUMBAR SUPPORT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan)
- Seat Angle Adjustment Assembly overview, refer to «SEAT ANGLE ADJUSTER OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan) Removing and installing, refer to «SEAT ANGLE ADJUSTER»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__seat-angle-adjuster)
- Cover For connector station Removing and installing, refer to «FRONT SEATS, BRINGING INTO THE SERVICE POSITION»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__front-seats-bringing-into-the-service)
- Connector Station Connector routing «CONNECTOR STATION CONNECTORS OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__connector-station-connectors-overview)
- Cover For the front left seat rail Removing and installing, refer to «SEAT RAIL COVER»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__seat-rail-cover)
- Bolt 50 Nm
- Corrugated Pipe For modular wiring routing Assembly overview, refer to «MODULAR WIRE ROUTING OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__modular-wire-routing-overview) Modular wiring with corrugated tube on front seat, refer to «MODULAR WIRE ROUTING WITH RIDGED TUBE ON FRONT SEAT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__modular-wire-routing-with-ridged-tube)
The assembly overview shows the power standard front seat. The storage compartment is similar for the manual sport front seat.
The assembly overview shows a manual standard front seat. The torsion bar is similar for the manual sport front seat.
The assembly overview shows the power standard front seat. The backrest adjustment motor on a power sport front seat is identical.
The assembly overview shows a manual standard front seat. The backrest cover and backrest frame trim on the manual sport (electrically adjustable) front seat are similar.
Refer to TWO-SECTION BACKREST COVER WITH BACKREST FRAME TRIM OVERVIEW for the two-section backrest cover and ONE-SECTION BACKREST COVER OVERVIEW for the one-section backrest cover.
BACKREST AND HEADREST ADJUSTMENT CONTROL HEAD OVERVIEW
The assembly overview shows the power standard front seat. The seat, backrest, and headrest adjustment control head for the power sport front seat (electrically adjustable) is similar.
The connector station connectors are described fro the manual standard front seat. They are similar for the power sport front seat.
The assembly overview shows the power standard front seat. The electrical and electronic components in a power sport front seat are identical.
The assembly overview shows the power standard front seat. The four-way lumbar support on a power sport front seat is identical.
The assembly overview shows the power standard front seat. The seat forward/back adjustment motor on a power sport front seat is identical.
The assembly overview shows a manual standard front seat. The front backrest is similar for the power sport front seat.
The assembly overview shows the power standard front seat. The seat height adjustment motor on a power sport front seat is identical.
The assembly overview shows the power standard front seat. The lumbar support adjustment switches of the power sport front seat are similar.
The assembly overview shows the power standard front seat. The lumbar support curvature and backward-and-forward and height adjustment motors for the power sport front seat are identical.
MEMORY SEAT ADJUSTMENT CONTROL MODULE OVERVIEW
The assembly overview shows the power standard front seat. The memory seat adjustment control module on a power sport front seat is identical.
The assembly overview shows a manual standard front seat. The modular wiring for the power sport front seat is identical.
The assembly overview shows the power standard front seat. The power headrest of the power sport front seat is similar.
POWER SPORT FRONT SEAT OVERVIEW
Note. The overview is based on the driver seat. The passenger seat is similar and the components are installed reversed from left to right. The illustration does not show the carpet and the four-way lumbar support.
Scheme 103
- Storage Compartment Vehicles with special equipment Assembly overview, refer to «STORAGE COMPARTMENT OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan) Removing and installing, refer to «STORAGE COMPARTMENT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan)
- Seat Rail Cover Right front Removing and installing, refer to «SEAT RAIL COVER»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__seat-rail-cover)
- Bolt 50 Nm
- Spindle Cover Clipped to the seat forward/back adjustment spindle Removing and installing, refer to «SEAT RAIL SPINDLE COVER»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan)
- Seat Depth Adjuster Assembly overview, refer to «SEAT DEPTH ADJUSTER OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__seat-depth-adjuster-overview) Removing and installing, refer to «SEAT DEPTH ADJUSTER»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__seat-depth-adjuster)
- LATCH Child Seat Anchor Vehicles with special equipment For the front passenger seat only Assembly overview, refer to «LATCH CHILD SEAT ANCHORAGE, FRONT SEAT OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/airbag/#passenger-protection-airbags-seat-belts-sedan) Removing and installing, refer to «LATCH CHILD SEAT ANCHORAGE FRONT SEAT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/airbag/#passenger-protection-airbags-seat-belts-sedan__latch-child-seat-anchorage-front-seat) Check after accident. Refer to «LATCH AND TOP TETHER CHILD SEAT ANCHORAGES (ISOFIX), CHECKING AFTER COLLISION»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/airbag/#passenger-protection-airbags-seat-belts-sedan__latch-and-top-tether-child-seat)
- Tunnel Side Trim Assembly overview, refer to «SILL AND TUNNEL SIDE TRIM OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan) Removing and installing, refer to «TRIM, TUNNEL SIDE»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__trim-tunnel-side)
- Bolt 50 Nm
- Power Sport Front Seat Removing and installing, refer to «POWER STANDARD FRONT SEAT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__power-standard-front-seat)
- Headrest Power Assembly overview, refer to «POWER HEADRESTS OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__power-headrests-overview) Removing and installing, refer to «POWER HEADRESTS»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan)
- Seat Rail Cover Right rear Removing and installing, refer to «SEAT RAIL COVER»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__seat-rail-cover)
- Sill-Side Trim Assembly overview, refer to «SILL AND TUNNEL SIDE TRIM OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan) Removing and installing, refer to «TRIM, SILL SIDE»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan)
- Bolt 50 Nm
- Seat Rail Cover Left rear Removing and installing, refer to «SEAT RAIL COVER»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__seat-rail-cover)
- Lower Seat Pan Frame Assembly overview, refer to «SEAT PAN OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__seat-pan-overview) Seat pan, disassembling and assembling, refer to «SEAT PAN, DISASSEMBLING AND ASSEMBLING»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan)
- Actuator For backrest and headrest adjustment Assembly overview, refer to «SEAT ADJUSTMENT CONTROL HEAD OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__seat-adjustment-control-head-overview) Actuator, removing and installing, refer to «BACKREST AND HEADREST ADJUSTMENT ACTUATOR»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__backrest-and-headrest-adjustment-actuator) Switch and button, removing and installing, refer to «SEAT ADJUSTMENT CONTROL HEAD»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan)
- Actuator Seat forward/back, angle and height adjustment actuator Assembly overview, refer to «SEAT ADJUSTMENT CONTROL HEAD OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__seat-adjustment-control-head-overview) Actuator, removing and installing, refer to «SEAT ADJUSTMENT CONTROL SWITCH»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__seat-adjustment-control-switch) Switch and button, removing and installing, refer to «SEAT ADJUSTMENT CONTROL HEAD»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan)
- Driver Seat Lumbar Support Adjustment Switch -E176- Front passenger side: front passenger seat lumbar support adjustment switch -E177- Assembly overview, refer to «LUMBAR SUPPORT ADJUSTMENT SWITCH OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan) Lumbar support adjustment switch, removing and installing, refer to «LUMBAR SUPPORT ADJUSTMENT SWITCH»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan) Four-way lumbar support, removing and installing, refer to «FOUR-WAY LUMBAR SUPPORT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan)
- Spindle Cover Clipped to the seat forward/back adjustment spindle Removing and installing, refer to «SEAT RAIL SPINDLE COVER»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan)
- Cover For connector station Removing and installing, refer to «FRONT SEATS, BRINGING INTO THE SERVICE POSITION»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__front-seats-bringing-into-the-service)
- Connector Station Connector routing, refer to «CONNECTOR STATION CONNECTORS OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__connector-station-connectors-overview)
- Seat Rail Cover Left front Removing and installing, refer to «SEAT RAIL COVER»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__seat-rail-cover)
- Bolt 50 Nm
- Corrugated Pipe For modular wiring routing Assembly overview, refer to «MODULAR WIRE ROUTING OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__modular-wire-routing-overview) Modular wiring with corrugated tube on front seat, refer to «MODULAR WIRE ROUTING WITH RIDGED TUBE ON FRONT SEAT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__modular-wire-routing-with-ridged-tube)
The assembly overview shows the power standard front seat. The driver or front passenger seat adjustment control head is similar on the power sport front seat.
The assembly overview shows the power standard front seat. The seat angle adjustment motor on a power sport front seat is identical.
SEAT DEPTH ADJUSTER OVERVIEW
The assembly overview shows a manual sport front seat. The seat depth adjustment on a power sport front seat is identical.
The assembly overview shows the power standard front seat. The seat frame on the power sport front seat is identical.
The seat position sensor is similar in all seat versions.
The assembly overview shows the power standard front seat. The trims on the sill and tunnel side of the power sport front seat are similar.
The assembly overview shows the power standard front seat. The trim retaining bracket on the sill side of the power sport front seat is similar.
The assembly overview shows the power standard front seat. The storage compartment on a power sport front seat is identical.
The assembly overview shows a manual standard front seat. The torsion bar is similar for the power sport front seat.
The assembly overview shows the power standard front seat. The super sport front seat is similar.
The assembly overview shows a manual standard front seat. The backrest cover and trim panel on the backrest frame are similar for the front super sort seat.
Refer to TWO-SECTION BACKREST COVER WITH BACKREST FRAME TRIM OVERVIEW for the two-section backrest cover and ONE-SECTION BACKREST COVER OVERVIEW for the one-section backrest cover.
The assembly overview shows the power standard front seat. The seat and backrest adjustment control head for the super sport front seat is similar.
The connector station connectors are described fro the manual standard front seat. They are similar for the super sport front seat.
The assembly overview shows the power standard front seat. The electrical and electronic components of the super sport front seat are similar.
The assembly overview shows the power standard front seat. The seat forward/back adjustment motor is similar for the super sport front seat.
Scheme 104
- Seat Pan
- Bolt Self-locking Always replace if removed Threaded holes for screws must be cleaned, for example, with thread cutter 33 Nm
- Backrest Removing and installing, refer to «BACKREST FRONT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__backrest-front)
- Not Present
- Not Present
- Not Present
- Wiring Harness From the side airbag to the connector station Depending on optional equipment, there may be more wiring harnesses, such as for seat heating, lumbar support
The assembly overview shows the power standard front seat. The four-way lumbar support is similar on the front super sport seat.
HEADRESTS OVERVIEW
Note. The headrest is a fixed component of the backrest upholstery and can only be removed together with the backrest upholstery. It is not possible to separate the headrest from the backrest upholstery. The backrest cover was not shown in the illustration for clarity purposes.
Scheme 105
- Backrest Frame
- Headrest Guide Without release button Removing and installing, refer to «HEADREST GUIDE»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan) Always installed on right side of backrest
- Headrest With padding Headrest laid in foam in upholstery Removing and installing, refer to «BACKREST COVER AND PADDING, SUPER SPORT SEAT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-upholstery-covers-sedan__backrest-cover-and-padding-super-sport)
- Headrest Guide With release button Removing and installing, refer to «HEADREST GUIDE»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan) Always installed on left side of backrest
The assembly overview shows the power standard front seat. The seat height adjustment motor is similar for the super sport front seat.
The assembly overview shows a manual standard front seat. The lumbar support adjustment switches on the super sport front seat are identical.
The assembly overview shows the power standard front seat. The seat forward/back adjustment and lumbar support adjustment motors are identical on the super sport front seat.
The assembly overview shows the power standard front seat. The memory seat adjustment control module of the super sport front seat is similar.
The assembly overview shows a manual standard front seat. The modular wiring for the super sport front seat is similar.
The assembly overview shows the power standard front seat. The driver or front passenger seat adjustment control head is similar on the super sport front seat.
The assembly overview shows the power standard front seat. The seat angle adjustment motor is similar for the super sport front seat.
The assembly overview shows a manual sport front seat. The seat depth adjuster is similar for the super sport front seat.
The assembly overview shows the power standard front seat. The lower seat frame is similar for the super sport front seat.
The assembly overview shows the power standard front seat. The trims on the sill and tunnel side of the super sport front seat are similar.
The assembly overview shows the power standard front seat. The trim retaining bracket on the sill side of the super sport front seat is similar.
The assembly overview shows the power Standard front seat. The storage compartment is similar for the super sport front seat.
SUPER SPORT FRONT SEAT OVERVIEW
Note. The overview is based on the driver seat. The passenger seat is similar and the components are installed reversed from left to right. The illustration does not show the floor covering and the four-way lumbar support.
Scheme 106
- Seat Depth Adjuster Removing and installing, refer to «SEAT DEPTH ADJUSTER»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__seat-depth-adjuster)
- Cover For the seat rail Removing and installing, refer to «SEAT RAIL COVER»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__seat-rail-cover)
- Bolt 50 Nm
- Spindle Cover Clipped to the seat forward/back adjustment spindle Removing and installing, refer to «SEAT RAIL SPINDLE COVER»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan)
- LATCH Child Seat Anchor Vehicles with special equipment For the front passenger seat only Removing and installing, refer to «LATCH CHILD SEAT ANCHORAGE FRONT SEAT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/airbag/#passenger-protection-airbags-seat-belts-sedan__latch-child-seat-anchorage-front-seat) Check after accident, refer to «LATCH AND TOP TETHER CHILD SEAT ANCHORAGES (ISOFIX), CHECKING AFTER COLLISION»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/airbag/#passenger-protection-airbags-seat-belts-sedan__latch-and-top-tether-child-seat)
- Tunnel Side Trim Removing and installing, refer to «TRIM, TUNNEL SIDE»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__trim-tunnel-side)
- Bolt 50 Nm
- Super Sport Front Seat Removing and installing, refer to «POWER STANDARD FRONT SEAT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__power-standard-front-seat)
- Cover For the seat rail Removing and installing, refer to «SEAT RAIL COVER»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__seat-rail-cover)
- Sill-Side Trim Removing and installing, refer to «TRIM, SILL SIDE»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan)
- Bolt 50 Nm
- Cover For the seat rail Removing and installing, refer to «SEAT RAIL COVER»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__seat-rail-cover)
- Lower Seat Pan Frame Assembly overview, refer to «SEAT PAN OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__seat-pan-overview) Removing and installing, refer to «FORWARD/BACK ADJUSTMENT MOTOR»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan)
- Actuator For backrest adjustment Actuator, removing and installing, refer to «BACKREST AND HEADREST ADJUSTMENT ACTUATOR»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__backrest-and-headrest-adjustment-actuator) Control head, removing and installing, refer to «SEAT ADJUSTMENT CONTROL HEAD»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan)
- Actuator For seat adjustment Actuator, removing and installing, refer to «SEAT ADJUSTMENT CONTROL SWITCH»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__seat-adjustment-control-switch) Control head, removing and installing, refer to «SEAT ADJUSTMENT CONTROL HEAD»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan)
- Actuator For the lumbar support Lumbar support adjustment switch, removing and installing, refer to «LUMBAR SUPPORT ADJUSTMENT SWITCH»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan) Four-way lumbar support, removing and installing, refer to «FOUR-WAY LUMBAR SUPPORT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan)
- Spindle Cover Clipped to the seat forward/back adjustment spindle Removing and installing, refer to «SEAT RAIL SPINDLE COVER»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan)
- Cover For connector station Removing and installing, refer to «FRONT SEATS, BRINGING INTO THE SERVICE POSITION»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__front-seats-bringing-into-the-service)
- Connector Station Connector routing, refer to «CONNECTOR STATION CONNECTORS OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__connector-station-connectors-overview)
- Cover For the seat rail Removing and installing, refer to «SEAT RAIL COVER»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__seat-rail-cover)
- Bolt 50 Nm
- Connector With a corrugated tube for the modular wiring routing Modular wiring with corrugated tube on front seat, refer to «MODULAR WIRE ROUTING WITH RIDGED TUBE ON FRONT SEAT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__modular-wire-routing-with-ridged-tube)
The assembly overview shows a manual standard front seat. The torsion bar is similar for the super sport front seat.
Scheme 107
- Bench Seat NOTE: The wire frame of the bench seat must be checked after every disassembly of the bench seat and be readjusted in the case of deformation. One piece Removing and installing, refer to «BENCH SEAT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__bench-seat) Check and readjust the wire frame, refer to «FLOOR PANEL FOR BENCH SEAT MOUNTING GROMMETS AND WIRE FRAME, CHECKING AND ALIGNING»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__floor-panel-for-bench-seat-mounting)
- Cover For LATCH Vehicles with special equipment Quantity: 4 Clipped to the LATCH child seat anchorage brackets that are welded to the floor
- Mounting Grommet NOTE: Replace the mounting grommets each time the bench seat is removed. Quantity: 2 For securing bench seat Clipped into the underbody Removing and installing, refer to «BENCH SEAT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__bench-seat) .
- Underbody NOTE: The floor panel into which the mounting grommets are inserted must be checked after every disassembly of the bench seat and be readjusted in the case of deformation. Check and readjust the floor panel, refer to «FLOOR PANEL FOR BENCH SEAT MOUNTING GROMMETS AND WIRE FRAME, CHECKING AND ALIGNING»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__floor-panel-for-bench-seat-mounting)
Scheme 108
- Right 2/3 Section Of Backrest Without Pass-Through Vehicles with special equipment Center armrest with cover and trim assembly overview
- Bracket with Hinges Removing and installing, refer to «BRACKET WITH HINGES, NON-LOCKING COVER»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__bracket-with-hinges-non-locking-cover)
- Cover Removing and installing, refer to «STORAGE COMPARTMENT COVER TRIM»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__storage-compartment-cover-trim)
- Screws Quantity: 4 Self-locking Always replace if removed 11 Nm
- Bolt 4 Nm
- Cover For backrest Removing and installing, refer to «BACKREST COVER»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan)
- Trim For backrest Removing and installing, refer to «BACKREST TRIM»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__backrest-trim)
- Center Armrest Removing and installing, refer to «CENTER ARMREST, SPLIT BACKREST»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__center-armrest-split-backrest)
- Bolt 0.9 Nm
- Bolt 4 Nm
- Rivet Rivet using special pop rivet pliers V.A.G 1753A
- Nuts Quantity: 2 Self-locking Always replace if removed 8 Nm
Scheme 109
- Center Armrest Removing and installing, refer to «CENTER ARMREST, FIXED REAR SEAT BACKREST»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__center-armrest-fixed-rear-seat-backrest) Versions with cupholder: Cupholder trim, removing and installing, refer to «CUPHOLDER TRIM»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__cupholder-trim) Cupholder, removing and installing, refer to «CUPHOLDER»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__cupholder)
- Cover For backrest Removing and installing, refer to «BACKREST COVER, FIXED REAR SEAT BACKREST»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__backrest-cover-fixed-rear-seat-backrest)
- Trim For backrest Removing and installing, refer to «BACKREST TRIM, FIXED REAR SEAT BACKREST»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__backrest-trim-fixed-rear-seat-backrest)
- Bolt Quantity: 2 4 Nm
- Fixed Rear Seat Backrest Vehicles with special equipment Removing and installing, refer to «REAR SEAT BACKREST, FIXED»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__rear-seat-backrest-fixed)
- Nut Quantity: 2 5 Nm
- Bracket With hinges Removing and installing, refer to «BACKREST COVER, FIXED REAR SEAT BACKREST»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__backrest-cover-fixed-rear-seat-backrest)
- Bolt Quantity: 4 Self-locking Always replace if removed 11 Nm
- Bolt Quantity: 2 8 Nm
- Bolt 0.9 Nm
Scheme 110
- 2/3 Right Backrest Without pass-through opening Vehicles with special equipment Versions with center armrest with storage compartment (lockable backrest cover)
- Bracket With hinges Removing and installing, refer to «BRACKET WITH HINGES, LOCKABLE STORAGE COMPARTMENT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__bracket-with-hinges-lockable-storage-compartment)
- Cover Removing and installing, refer to «STORAGE COMPARTMENT COVER TRIM»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__storage-compartment-cover-trim)
- Screws Quantity: 4 Self-locking Always replace if removed 11 Nm
- Storage Compartment (Backrest Cover) Removing and installing, refer to «LOCKABLE ARMREST STORAGE COMPARTMENT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__lockable-armrest-storage-compartment)
- Bolt 4 Nm
- Cover For storage compartment (cover for armrest) Can be removed only with the storage compartment (cover for armrest) Is not possible to separate from the storage compartment (cover for armrest)
- Center Armrest Removing and installing, refer to «CENTER ARMREST, SPLIT BACKREST»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__center-armrest-split-backrest)
- Bolt 4 Nm
- Rivet Rivet using special pop rivet pliers V.A.G 1753A
- Nuts Quantity: 2 Self-locking Always replace if removed 8 Nm
Scheme 111
- 2/3 Right Backrest With pass-through opening Vehicles with special equipment
- Cover Frame Clipped into the rear seat backrest Removing and installing, refer to «COVER FRAME»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__cover-frame)
- Hood For the pass-through opening Removing and installing, refer to «PASS-THROUGH COVER»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__pass-through-cover)
- Lock Washers For bolt -6- Quantity: 2
- Bracket Part of the center armrest and pass-through cover assembly Is not removed individually
- Screws Quantity: 2 8 Nm
- Bolt Quantity: 4 Self-locking Always replace if removed 11 Nm
- Internal Upholstery Removing and installing, refer to «INTERNAL PADDING»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__internal-padding)
- Center Armrest Removing and installing, refer to «CENTER ARMREST COVER, PASS-THROUGH»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__center-armrest-cover-pass-through)
- Trim For the cupholder Removing and installing, refer to «CUPHOLDER TRIM»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__cupholder-trim)
- Cup Holder Removing and installing, refer to «CUPHOLDER»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__cupholder)
- Key
- Lock Cylinder For the pass-through door Removing and installing, refer to «PASS-THROUGH COVER LOCK CYLINDER»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__pass-through-cover-lock-cylinder) CAUTION: Only remove and install the lock cylinder with the key inserted correctly. If that is not done, the tumblers and compression springs can fall out and the lock cylinder will be ruined. Check the installation position when installing the lock cylinder. It is not possible to lock the backrest correctly if the installation position is not correct.
- Protective Cap For lock cylinder Remove before installing the lock cylinder CAUTION: The key must be inserted in the lock cylinder correctly before the protective cap is removed. If that is not done, the tumblers and compression springs can fall out and the lock cylinder will be ruined.
DIVIDED BACKREST OVERVIEW
Note. The backrest is divided into 2/3 on the right and 1/3 on the left.
Scheme 112
- Center Bracket Removing and installing, refer to «BRACKET, CENTER»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__bracket-center)
- Screws Quantity: 4 16.5 Nm
- Inner Bracket Quantity: 2 Assembly overview (Scheme 113)Removing and installing, refer to «BRACKET, INNER»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__bracket-inner)
- Center Armrest Versions with Pass-Through Door: Assembly overview, refer to «CENTER ARMREST WITH PASS-THROUGH COVER OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan) Removing and installing, refer to «CENTER ARMREST, PASS-THROUGH»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__center-armrest-pass-through) Versions with Storage Compartment (Armrest with Lockable Cover): Assembly overview, refer to «CENTER ARMREST AND LOCKABLE STORAGE COMPARTMENT OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan) The center armrest and storage compartment can only be removed and installed separately Center armrest, removing and installing refer to «CENTER ARMREST, SPLIT BACKREST»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__center-armrest-split-backrest) Storage compartment (armrest with lockable cover), removing and installing refer to «LOCKABLE ARMREST STORAGE COMPARTMENT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__lockable-armrest-storage-compartment) Versions without Storage Compartment (Armrest Cover and Trim): Assembly overview, refer to «CENTER ARMREST WITH COVER AND TRIM OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan) The center armrest as well as the backrest cover and trim can only be removed and installed separated. Center armrest, removing and installing, refer to «CENTER ARMREST, SPLIT BACKREST»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__center-armrest-split-backrest) Backrest trim, removing and installing, refer to «BACKREST TRIM»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__backrest-trim) Backrest cover, removing and installing, refer to «BACKREST COVER»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan)
- 2/3 Right Backrest Optional equipment: Without center armrest and storage compartment and without center armrest and pass-through cover With the center armrest and storage compartment With center armrest and pass-through cover Removing and installing, refer to «DIVIDED BACKREST»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__divided-backrest)
- Bolt 9 Nm if equipped with side airbag 3 Nm if equipped without side airbag
- Side Upholstery Versions without side airbag: Removing and installing, refer to «SIDE UPHOLSTERY»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__side-upholstery) Versions with side airbag: Assembly overview, refer to «REAR SIDE AIRBAG OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/airbag/#passenger-protection-airbags-seat-belts-sedan)
- Right Head Restraint Assembly overview, refer to «HEADREST AND HEADREST GUIDE OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan) Removing and installing, refer to «HEADREST»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__headrest)
- Rear Center Belt Guide Replace the entire belt guide if damaged. Removing and installing, refer to «CENTER REAR BELT GUIDE, WITH FOLDABLE REAR SEAT BACKREST»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/airbag/#passenger-protection-airbags-seat-belts-sedan__center-rear-belt-guide-with-foldable)
- Center Head Restraint Assembly overview, refer to «HEADREST AND HEADREST GUIDE OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan) Removing and installing, refer to «HEADREST»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__headrest)
- Center Bracket Cover Removing and installing, refer to «CENTER STORAGE COMPARTMENT COVER»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__center-storage-compartment-cover)
- Bolt 9 Nm
- Left Head Restraint Assembly overview, refer to «HEADREST AND HEADREST GUIDE OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan) Removing and installing, refer to «HEADREST»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__headrest)
- Trim For locking with locking cylinder Assembly overview, refer to «LOCK CYLINDER OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__lock-cylinder-overview) Removing and installing, refer to «LOCK TRIM, WITH LOCK CYLINDER»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__lock-trim-with-lock-cylinder)
- Locking Tab For backrest Assembly overview, refer to «LOCK CYLINDER OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__lock-cylinder-overview) Removing and installing, refer to «BACKREST LOCK»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__backrest-lock)
- Left 1/3 Backrest Removing and installing, refer to «DIVIDED BACKREST»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__divided-backrest)
- Outer Bracket Quantity: 2 Clipped into the backrest shell Removing and installing, refer to «BRACKET, OUTER»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__bracket-outer)
- Securing Bracket For the center bracket Removing and installing, refer to «BRACKET, SECURING»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__bracket-securing)
Scheme 113
- Backrest shell
- Grommet
- Bolt - 15 Nm
- Washer
Scheme 114
- Fixed Rear Seat Backrest Vehicles with special equipment Removing and installing, refer to «REAR SEAT BACKREST, FIXED»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__rear-seat-backrest-fixed)
- Head Restraint Assembly overview, refer to «HEADREST AND HEADREST GUIDE OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan) Removing and installing, refer to «HEADREST»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__headrest)
- Mounts Each mounted to the body by 2 rivets
- Bolt Quantity: 3 30 Nm
- Rear Panel Trim Removing and installing, refer to «REAR BULKHEAD TRIM, FIXED REAR SEAT BACKREST»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__rear-bulkhead-trim-fixed-rear-seat)
- Center Armrest Assembly overview, refer to «CENTER ARMREST AND BACKREST COVER WITH TRIM, FIXED REAR SEAT BACKREST OVERVIEW»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan) Removing and installing, refer to «CENTER ARMREST, SPLIT BACKREST»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__center-armrest-split-backrest)
- Bolt Quantity: 2 33 Nm
Scheme 115
- Foldable Backrest
- Headrest Guide With securing spring -arrow A- Always installed on the right Removing and installing, refer to «HEADREST GUIDE»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan)
- Head Restraint Removing and installing, refer to «HEADREST»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__headrest)
- Headrest Guide With headrest height adjustment button -arrow B- Always installed on the left Removing and installing, refer to «HEADREST GUIDE»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan)
LOCK CYLINDER OVERVIEW
Note. The assembly overview is based on the latching for the left 1/3 backrest. The latching of the right 2/3 backrest is similar.
Scheme 116
- Backrest Shell
- Key
- Lock Cylinder Removing and installing, refer to «LOCK CYLINDER»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__lock-cylinder) CAUTION: Only remove and install the lock cylinder with the key inserted correctly. If that is not done, the tumblers and compression springs can fall out and the lock cylinder will be ruined. Check the installation position when installing the lock cylinder. It is not possible to lock the backrest correctly if the installation position is not correct.
- Protective Cap For lock cylinder Remove before installing the lock cylinder CAUTION: The key must be inserted in the lock cylinder correctly before the protective cap is removed. If that is not done, the tumblers and compression springs can fall out and the lock will be ruined.
- Trim For locking and lock cylinder Removing and installing, refer to «LOCK TRIM, WITH LOCK CYLINDER»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__lock-trim-with-lock-cylinder)
- Locking Tab For backrest Removing and installing, refer to «BACKREST LOCK»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__backrest-lock)
- Bolt 2 per retainer 25 Nm
SEAT BENCH WITH CENTER STORAGE OVERVIEW
The assembly overview is based on the one-piece seat bench. The seat bench with the center storage is similar.
AIRBAG ADAPTERVAS 6281 CONNECTING
Special tools and workshop equipment required
- Airbag Adapter VAS 6281
Airbag Connector, Disconnecting
| WARNING | Follow all safety precautions when working on pyrotechnic components. Refer to GENERAL INFORMATION . Before handling pyrotechnical components (for example, disconnecting the connector), the person handling them must discharge static electricity. For example, by briefly touching the door striker pin. |
Disconnect the side airbag connector DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING THE HARNESS CONNECTORS .
Scheme 117
Connect Airbag Adapter VAS 6281 to side airbag connector on seat side -1-.
| CAUTION | The Airbag Adapter VAS 6281 must stay connected to seat until seat is installed again. |
Note. Ensure airbag adapter engages correctly.
Airbag Connector, Connecting
Connecting the airbag wiring harnesses happens in reverse order, noting the following
| WARNING | Follow all safety precautions when working on pyrotechnic components. Refer to GENERAL INFORMATION . Before handling pyrotechnical components (for example, connecting electrical connector), the person handling them must discharge static electricity. For example, by briefly touching the door striker pin. |
Note. Make sure the connectors are installed all the way in and are secure.
| WARNING | Connect the battery with the ignition switched on. Pyrotechnic components could deploy after connecting the battery if they were not repaired correctly. Individuals must not be inside the vehicle when connecting the battery. |
Connect the battery ground cable with the ignition turned on. Refer to [For engine(s) CAEB, CALA, CCBA] Removal and Installation .
Note. If the airbag indicator lamp -K75- indicates a fault after installation, the DTC memory must be checked, deleted and checked again using the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.
BACKREST ADJUSTMENT WHEEL
Special tools and workshop equipment required
- Assembly Tool 3399
Removing
Scheme 118
Turn the backrest adjustment wheel -1- until a locking mechanism is visible from behind -arrow A-. It may be necessary to use a flashlight.
Engage the 3399 and pry it in the direction of -arrow B-.
Turn backrest adjustment wheel about 120° more.
Engage the 3399 and pry it in the direction of -arrow B-.
Remove the backrest adjustment wheel.
Installing
Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following
If the backrest adjustment wheel is too loose after it is installed, replace it.
BACKREST COVER (SECTION ONE)
Note. Removal and installation can be done with seat installed. The following describes removing and installing the Standard front seat. It is identical for the other seat versions. The illustration shows a backrest cover without a storage net. The storage net cannot be removed from the backrest cover and can only be replaced together with the backrest cover.
Removing
Scheme 119
| WARNING | Danger of being injured by burrs on the backrest cover. Wear protective gloves. |
Reach behind the backrest cover -1- as shown in the illustration, and pull it to the right and off the seat backrest -2-.
Note. If it is difficult to remove, use the 80 - 200.
Repeat the process on the other side.
Loosen all the hooks.
Remove the backrest cover further and roll it up until the lower hooks come out of the backrest frame.
Remove the backrest cover downward.
Installing
Scheme 120
Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following
First push the upper hook -2- under the upper backrest cross member -1-.
Tilt the backrest cover down and engage the side retaining tabs -3- and -5- and the lower hooks -4-.
Make sure the tabs on the side fit correctly into the backrest frame and the lower hooks are bent correctly over the backrest frame.
Press the backrest cover firmly into the areas marked with circles -arrows- in the direction of the backrest.
Scheme 121
Check if the backrest cover is correctly locked.
- It must not be possible to move the backrest cover at the bottom.
BACKREST COVER (SECTION TWO)
Note. Removal and installation can be done with seat installed. The following describes removing and installing the standard front seat. It is identical for the other seat versions. The illustration shows a backrest cover without a storage net. The storage net cannot be removed from the backrest cover and can only be replaced together with the backrest cover.
Removing
Scheme 122
| WARNING | Wear protective gloves to avoid injury from burrs that may be on the backrest cover. |
Disengage the side lower hooks -3- (quantity 2) for the backrest cover -2- from the backrest frame trim -1-.
Press the backrest cover -1- toward the center of the seat in the direction of -arrow A-.
Scheme 123
Remove the backrest cover back in the direction of -arrow B-.
Do the same on the opposite side.
Disengage the side backrest cover -2- -arrows A, B, E and F-.
Scheme 124
Reach behind the backrest cover -1- and remove the right side from the backrest -2-.
Do the same to the opposite side of the backrest cover -1-.
Loosen the side retaining hooks -3- or -5-. (Scheme 78)
Remove the backrest cover -1- further and bend it until the upper hooks -2- disengage from the backrest frame.
Scheme 125
Note. The illustration does not show the upper hooks.
Tip the backrest cover -1- back slightly.
Press the backrest cover -1- down in the direction of -arrow A-.
Scheme 126
Lift the backrest cover in the direction of -arrow B- and remove it from the backrest frame.
Installing
Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following
First slide the upper hooks -2- under the top backrest frame cross panel.
Tilt the backrest cover down and engage the side retaining tabs -3- and -5- and the lower hooks -4-.
Make sure the side retaining tabs -3- and -5- engage with the backrest frame trim correctly and the lower hooks -4- slide over the backrest frame trim seats.
Press the backrest cover firmly into the areas marked with circles in the direction of the backrest.
Scheme 127
Check if the backrest cover is correctly locked.
- It must not be possible to move the backrest cover at the bottom.
BACKREST FRAME TRIM
Note. The following describes removing and installing the standard front seat. It is identical for the other seat versions.
Removing
Scheme 128
Remove backrest cover panel. Refer to BACKREST COVER (SECTION TWO) .
Remove the backrest upholstery until the 2 retaining tabs -arrow A- and -arrow B- on the backrest frame trim -2- can be seen from behind.
Disengage the retaining tabs -arrow A- and -arrow B- on the backrest frame trim -2- at the backrest frame -1-.
Scheme 129
Remove the backrest frame trim -2- upward from the backrest frame -1-.
Scheme 130
Disengage the lower seats -arrows- (quantity: 2) on the backrest frame.
Remove the backrest frame trim from the backrest frame.
Installing
Install in reverse order of removal.
BACKREST FRONT
Note. The following describes removing and installing the standard driver seat. It is similar on the passenger seat and on other seat versions.
Special tools and workshop equipment required
- Trim Removal Wedge 3409
Removing
| WARNING | Follow all safety precautions when working on pyrotechnic components. Refer to GENERAL INFORMATION . Before handling pyrotechnical components (for example, disconnecting the connector), the person handling them must discharge static electricity. For example, by briefly touching the door striker pin. |
Remove the front seat
- Standard seat and Sport seat (manual). Refer to «MANUAL STANDARD FRONT SEAT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__manual-standard-front-seat) .
- Standard and sport power seat, comfort seat and super sport seat. Refer to «POWER STANDARD FRONT SEAT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__power-standard-front-seat) .
Attach the front seat to the VAS 6136. Refer to FRONT SEATS, INSTALLING ON THE Fixture For Seat RepairVAS 6136 .
Remove tunnel side trim panel. Refer to TRIM, TUNNEL SIDE .
Remove tunnel side trim panel
- Standard seat and sport seat (manual). Refer to «TRIM, SILL SIDE»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__trim-sill-side) .
- Standard and sport power seat, comfort seat and super sport seat. Refer to «TRIM, SILL SIDE»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan) .
Using the 3409, unclip the wiring harness -1- in the corrugated tube -2- at the bottom side of the seat pan and remove the wiring bracket.
Scheme 131
Disconnect all the wiring harness connectors to the backrest and free up the disconnected wiring harnesses.
Note. The wiring harness between the connection point and the side airbag is continuous.
Remove the bolts -2-.
Scheme 132
Tip backrest -3- forward onto seat pan -1-.
Press the seat pan upholstery to the side and carefully remove side airbag wiring harness -4- and, if necessary, all additional wiring harnesses (depending on equipment) from the seat pan.
Remove backrest.
Installing
| WARNING | Follow all safety precautions when working on pyrotechnic components. Refer to GENERAL INFORMATION . Before handling pyrotechnical components (for example, connecting electrical connector), the person handling them must discharge static electricity. For example, by briefly touching the door striker pin. |
Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following
Note. Make sure the connectors are installed all the way in and are secure.
| WARNING | Connect the battery with the ignition switched on. Pyrotechnic components could deploy after connecting the battery if they were not repaired correctly. Individuals must not be inside the vehicle when connecting the battery. |
Connect the battery ground cable with the ignition turned on. Refer to [For engine(s) CAEB, CALA, CCBA] Removal and Installation .
Note. If the airbag indicator lamp -K75- indicates a fault after installation, the DTC memory must be checked, deleted and checked again using the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.
DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING THE HARNESS CONNECTORS
Note. The connector station is located in the underbody under the front seat area.
Special tools and workshop equipment required
- Trim Removal Wedge 3409
- Airbag Adapter VAS 6281
Connectors, disconnecting
| WARNING | Follow all safety precautions when working on pyrotechnic components. Refer to GENERAL INFORMATION . |
Bring headrest into lowest lock position.
Move seat as far back and up as possible.
Turn on the ignition.
Disconnect the battery ground cable from the battery with the ignition on. Refer to [For engine(s) CAEB, CALA, CCBA] Removal and Installation .
Unclip the front cover -1- with 3409 and pull cover in the direction of the -arrow- off connector station -2-.
Remove the wire holder -3- from the connector station.
Scheme 133
Note. The number of harness connectors may vary depending on the equipment. The description shows the version with the most equipment.
| WARNING | Before handling pyrotechnical components (for example, disconnecting the connector), the person handling them must discharge static electricity. For example, by briefly touching the door striker pin. |
Remove side airbag connector -1-.
Connect the airbag adapter VAS 6281 to the side airbag connector on the front seat Airbag Adapter VAS 6281 CONNECTING .
Vehicles with seat heating: Disconnect the connector for the seat heating -2-.
Vehicles with power seats: Disconnect the connector for the power supply for seat adjuster -4-.
Disconnect the seat belt latch connector -5-.
Vehicles equipped with a DVD player
Scheme 134
Push the grommet -3- to the side.
Disconnect and free up the electrical connectors -1- and -2- and free up the wiring harness.
Connectors, connecting
| WARNING | Follow all safety precautions when working on pyrotechnic components. Refer to GENERAL INFORMATION . Before handling pyrotechnical components (for example, connecting electrical connector), the person handling them must discharge static electricity. For example, by briefly touching the door striker pin. |
When connecting the wiring harnesses happens in reverse order, note the following
Note. Make sure the connectors are installed all the way in and are secure.
| WARNING | Connect the battery with the ignition switched on. Pyrotechnic components could deploy after connecting the battery if they were not repaired correctly. Individuals must not be inside the vehicle when connecting the battery. |
Connect the battery ground cable with the ignition turned on. Refer to [For engine(s) CAEB, CALA, CCBA] Removal and Installation .
Note. If the airbag indicator lamp -K75- indicates a fault after installation, the DTC memory must be checked, deleted and checked again using the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.
DVD PLAYER RETAINING PLATE
Removing
Scheme 135
Remove front backrest cover and upholstery. Refer to BACKREST COVER AND PADDING .
Remove the bolts -1-.
Remove the retaining plate -2- for the screen console.
Remove the nut -2-.
Guide socket -4- and washer -3- out of mount -1-.
Installing
Installation is reverse of removal, noting the following
Pull washer -3- up and slide socket -4- from the side into mount -1-.
- The socket must fit in the center of the mount.
Hold the socket in this position and tighten the nut.
Install the retaining plate hooks into the backrest frame -3- -arrows-.
Tighten the bolts.
Tightening specifications (Scheme 64), (Scheme 65).
FOUR-WAY LUMBAR SUPPORT
The following describes the removal and installation of a power standard front seat. The procedure is similar for a manual standard front seat.
HEADREST GUIDE
Removing
| WARNING | Follow all safety precautions when working on pyrotechnic components. Refer to GENERAL INFORMATION . Before handling pyrotechnical components (for example, disconnecting the connector), the person handling them must discharge static electricity. For example, by briefly touching the door striker pin. |
Turn on the ignition.
Disconnect the battery ground cable from the battery with the ignition on. Refer to [For engine(s) CAEB, CALA, CCBA] Removal and Installation .
Remove the front seat
- Standard seat and Sport seat (manual). Refer to «MANUAL STANDARD FRONT SEAT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__manual-standard-front-seat) .
Attach the front seat to the VAS 6136 FRONT SEATS, INSTALLING ON THE Fixture For Seat Repair VAS 6136 .
Remove backrest panel
- Two section backrest cover. Refer to «BACKREST COVER (SECTION TWO)»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__backrest-cover-section-two) .
- One section backrest cover. Refer to «BACKREST COVER (SECTION ONE)»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__backrest-cover-section-one) .
Remove the headrests. Refer to HEADRESTS WITH LOCKING MECHANISM .
Remove cover with upholstery. Refer to BACKREST COVER AND PADDING .
Headrest guide without release button
Scheme 136
Press the retaining tabs -arrows- on the headrest guide -1- toward the center of the headrest guide.
Hold the retaining tabs down.
Pull the headrest guide up out of the backrest frame -2-.
Headrest guide with release button
Scheme 137
Press the retaining tabs -arrows- on the headrest guide -1- toward the center of the headrest guide.
Hold the retaining tabs down.
Pull the headrest guide up out of the backrest frame -2-.
Installing
| WARNING | Follow all safety precautions when working on pyrotechnic components. Refer to GENERAL INFORMATION . Before handling pyrotechnical components (for example, connecting electrical connector), the person handling them must discharge static electricity. For example, by briefly touching the door striker pin. |
Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following
Headrest guide without release button
Note. When sliding the headrest guide -1- in, make sure the tab -3- engages correctly on the backrest frame -2-. Ensure retaining tabs -arrows- are engaged in the backrest frame correctly.
Headrest guide with release button
Note. When sliding the headrest guide -1- in, make sure the tab -3- engages correctly on the backrest frame -2-. Ensure retaining tabs -arrows- are engaged in the backrest frame correctly.
Continuation for headrest guide without and with release button
Note. Make sure the connectors are installed all the way in and are secure.
| WARNING | Connect the battery with the ignition switched on. Pyrotechnic components could deploy after connecting the battery if they were not repaired correctly. Individuals must not be inside the vehicle when connecting the battery. |
Connect the battery ground cable with the ignition turned on. Refer to [For engine(s) CAEB, CALA, CCBA] Removal and Installation .
Note. If the airbag indicator lamp -K75- indicates a fault after installation, the DTC memory must be checked, deleted and checked again using the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.
HEADRESTS WITH LOCKING MECHANISM
Note. The headrests can be removed with the front seat installed. The release button is located on the outer left of the driver seat and inner left of the passenger seat.
Removing
Scheme 138
Find release button pressure point -3-. It is located under the backrest cover.
Press the release button forward in the direction of the -arrow-.
Hold the release button down in this position.
Pull headrest -2- up out of guides -1- and -4-.
Note. If the release button cannot be released as described, remove the backrest cover. Refer to BACKREST COVER (SECTION TWO) for the two-section backrest cover and refer to BACKREST COVER (SECTION ONE) for the one-section backrest cover. Reach under the backrest cover and find the pressure point on the release button.
Installing
Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following
Make sure the headrest is engaged correctly in headrest guides.
LOWER SEAT FRAME, REPLACING
Note. There is no separation between the seat pan lower frame with a seat forward/back adjuster and the seat pan upper frame on the standard front seat (manual).
LUMBAR SUPPORT ADJUSTMENT SWITCH
The following describes the removal and installation of a power standard front seat. The procedure is similar for a manual standard front seat.
MANUAL STANDARD FRONT SEAT
Note. Removal and installation is described for the driver seat. The passenger seat is similar.
Removing
| WARNING | Follow all safety precautions when working on pyrotechnic components. Refer to GENERAL INFORMATION . |
Turn on the ignition.
Disconnect the battery ground cable from the battery with the ignition on. Refer to [For engine(s) CAEB, CALA, CCBA] Removal and Installation .
Remove the front belt anchor. Refer to FRONT BELT END FITTING .
Bring headrest into lowest lock position.
Scheme 139
Press the seat forward/backward handle and move the seat -2- as far back as possible.
| WARNING | Before handling pyrotechnical components (for example, disconnecting the connector), the person handling them must discharge static electricity. For example, by briefly touching the door striker pin. |
Disconnect the connectors at the connector station in the floor panel. Refer to DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING THE HARNESS CONNECTORS .
Connect Airbag Adapter VAS 6281. Refer to Airbag Adapter VAS 6281 CONNECTING .
Remove the front bolts -1- (quantity 2) to the console -4-.
Press the seat forward/back adjustment handle and move the seat -2- as far forward as possible.
Remove the rear bolts -1- (quantity 2) to the console -3-.
With help from a second technician, lift the seat -2- out of the vehicle.
Installing
| WARNING | Follow all safety precautions when working on pyrotechnic components. Refer to GENERAL INFORMATION . Before handling pyrotechnical components (for example, connecting electrical connector), the person handling them must discharge static electricity. For example, by briefly touching the door striker pin. |
Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following
Remove airbag adapter VAS 6281 only after installing seat. Refer to Airbag Adapter VAS 6281 CONNECTING .
Note. Make sure the connectors are installed all the way in and are secure.
Connect the connectors to the connectors of the connector station in the floor. Refer to DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING THE HARNESS CONNECTORS .
| WARNING | Connect the battery with the ignition switched on. Pyrotechnic components could deploy after connecting the battery if they were not repaired correctly. Individuals must not be inside the vehicle when connecting the battery. |
Connect the battery ground cable with the ignition turned on. Refer to [For engine(s) CAEB, CALA, CCBA] Removal and Installation .
Note. If the airbag indicator lamp -K75- indicates a fault after installation, the DTC memory must be checked, deleted and checked again using the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.
MODULAR WIRE ROUTING WITH RIDGED TUBE ON FRONT SEAT
Note. The wires between the seat pan and the connector station are inside a double-shell corrugated tube in the so-called modulate wiring routing.
Special tools and workshop equipment required
- Trim Removal Wedge 3409
Opening corrugated pipe and removing individual wire
| WARNING | Follow all safety precautions when working on pyrotechnic components. Refer to GENERAL INFORMATION . Before handling pyrotechnical components (for example, disconnecting the connector), the person handling them must discharge static electricity. For example, by briefly touching the door striker pin. |
Remove the front seat
- Standard seat and Sport seat (manual). Refer to «MANUAL STANDARD FRONT SEAT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__manual-standard-front-seat) .
- Standard and sport power seat, comfort seat and super sport seat. Refer to «POWER STANDARD FRONT SEAT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__power-standard-front-seat) .
Attach the front seat to the VAS 6136. Refer to FRONT SEATS, INSTALLING ON THE Fixture For Seat RepairVAS 6136 .
Open the wiring bracket -1- using the 3409.
Remove the wiring bracket from the corrugated pipe -2-.
Note. Replacing a faulty wire or opening the corrugated tube for the side airbag, refer to [For engine(s) CAEB, CALA, CCBA] Wiring or FRONT THORAX AIRBAG IGNITER -N199- / -N200 .
Install individual wires and close corrugated pipe
Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following
When bundling and placing individual wires in the corrugated tube, make sure the wires are not twisted.
Note. Note the installation position of the two-part corrugated tube to the wiring harness and the position of the wiring bracket to the corrugated tube.
The beginning of the corrugated tube -4- should be placed immediately after the clip -2- or cable tie around the wiring harness -3-.
Scheme 140
Make sure the two-part corrugated tube locks cleanly over entire length.
After connecting both halves of the corrugated pipe, wiring bracket -1- should be positioned and clipped into place according to the illustration.
Make sure the side -arrow A- of the cable bracket connects to the last rib -arrow B- on the corrugated pipe.
Install the cable ties, wiring bracket and clips in the same positions as before removal.
Note. Make sure the connectors are installed all the way in and are secure.
| WARNING | Connect the battery with the ignition switched on. Pyrotechnic components could deploy after connecting the battery if they were not repaired correctly. Individuals must not be inside the vehicle when connecting the battery. |
Connect the battery ground cable with the ignition turned on. Refer to [For engine(s) CAEB, CALA, CCBA] Removal and Installation .
Note. If the airbag indicator lamp -K75- indicates a fault after installation, the DTC memory must be checked, deleted and checked again using the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.
RELEASE CABLE MOUNT LEVER AND SEAT FORWARD/BACK ADJUSTMENT SPRING
Removing
Note. The work can be performed with the seat installed.
Move the seat as far as possible up and back.
Disengage the release cable bracket -1- from the seat forward/back adjustment -2-.
Scheme 141
Disengage the end of the release cable -arrow- at release cable retainer lever -3- of the seat forward/back adjuster.
Turn the release cable retainer lever forward and remove it.
Remove the spring if necessary.
Installing
Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following
Note. The release cable retainer lever is the same for the driver and front passenger seat. The spring is different for the driver and front passenger seat.
Install the spring correctly.
Release cable retainer with installed spring for the left seat
Scheme 142
Attach the spring at points -1- and -2-.
Turn the spring at lever -3- in a clockwise direction.
Place the spring around tab -4- so that it is touching -5-.
Release cable retainer with installed spring for the right seat
Scheme 143
Attach the spring at points -1- and -2-.
Turn the spring at lever -3- in a counterclockwise direction.
Place the spring around tab -4- so that it is touching -5-.
SEAT FORWARD/BACK ADJUSTMENT HANDLE
Note. Removal and Installation can be done with the seat installed.
Removing
Scheme 144
Bring headrest into lowest lock position.
Press the seat forward/backward handle and move the seat as far back as possible.
Pry the handle -1- off the seat forward/backward adjustment -2- by using a screwdriver to press down the clip locking spring.
Installing
Scheme 145
Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following
Replace the clip on the seat forward/back adjustment handle. Note the installation position.
- The springs -arrows- (quantity: 2) on the clip -2- must be on the inner side of the lever -1-.
Make sure the seat height adjustment handle engages correctly with the clips.
SEAT FORWARD/BACK ADJUSTER RELEASE CABLE
Removing
| WARNING | Follow all safety precautions when working on pyrotechnic components. Refer to GENERAL INFORMATION . Before handling pyrotechnical components (for example, disconnecting the connector), the person handling them must discharge static electricity. For example, by briefly touching the door striker pin. |
Turn on the ignition.
Disconnect the battery ground cable from the battery with the ignition on. Refer to [For engine(s) CAEB, CALA, CCBA] Removal and Installation .
Remove the front seat
- Standard seat and sport seat (manual). Refer to «MANUAL STANDARD FRONT SEAT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__manual-standard-front-seat) .
Attach the front seat to the VAS 6136 FRONT SEATS, INSTALLING ON THE Fixture For Seat Repair VAS 6136 .
Open the cable ties for the release cable or unclip the clip on the seat pan.
Disengage release cable bracket -1- at seat forward/back adjuster -2-.
Detach the end of the release cable -arrow- from the lever for the release cable attachment -3- from the seat forward/back adjustment.
Disengage release cable bracket -2- at seat forward/back adjuster -1-.
Scheme 146
Disengage the release cable -1- that seat forward/back release cable mount -arrow A-.
Scheme 147
Disengage the ball-shaped end of the release cable -arrow B- at the seat forward/back adjuster groove.
Remove the release cable.
Installing
| WARNING | Follow all safety precautions when working on pyrotechnic components. Refer to GENERAL INFORMATION . Before handling pyrotechnical components (for example, connecting electrical connector), the person handling them must discharge static electricity. For example, by briefly touching the door striker pin. |
Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following
Note. Make sure the connectors are installed all the way in and are secure.
| WARNING | Connect the battery with the ignition switched on. Pyrotechnic components could deploy after connecting the battery if they were not repaired correctly. Individuals must not be inside the vehicle when connecting the battery. |
Connect the battery ground cable with the ignition turned on. Refer to [For engine(s) CAEB, CALA, CCBA] Removal and Installation .
Note. If the airbag indicator lamp -K75- indicates a fault after installation, the DTC memory must be checked, deleted and checked again using the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.
SEAT FORWARD/BACK ADJUSTMENT MOTOR AND LUMBAR SUPPORT ADJUSTMENT
The following describes the removal and installation of a power standard front seat. The procedure is similar for a manual standard front seat.
SEAT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT HANDLE
Note. The seat height adjustment handle can be replaced with the front seat installed.
Special tools and workshop equipment required
- Hook 3438
Removing
Scheme 148
Note. Remove the seat height adjustment handle -1- as described. Do not drive it off the lever -2-. If the tab -arrow- is damaged when removing the seat height adjustment handle, the handle cannot be reinstalled. It must be replaced.
Pull the seat height adjustment handle -1- as far up as possible and hold it in that position.
Scheme 149
Carefully pull the seat height adjustment handle slightly away from the front seat.
Place thehook3438 between the seat height adjustment handle and the trim -2-.
Unlock the release -3- using the 3438 and at the same time, pull the seat height adjustment handle in the direction of the -arrow- from the lever.
Installing
Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following
Inspect the tab -arrow- visually.
If damage can be seen on the tab, installed a new seat height adjustment handle -1-.
Make sure the tab in the seat height adjustment handle fits correctly into the notch on the lever.
SEAT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
Removing
| WARNING | Follow all safety precautions when working on pyrotechnic components. Refer to GENERAL INFORMATION . Before handling pyrotechnical components (for example, disconnecting the connector), the person handling them must discharge static electricity. For example, by briefly touching the door striker pin. |
Turn on the ignition.
Disconnect the battery ground cable from the battery with the ignition on. Refer to [For engine(s) CAEB, CALA, CCBA] Removal and Installation .
Remove the front seat
- Standard seat and Sport seat (manual). Refer to «MANUAL STANDARD FRONT SEAT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__manual-standard-front-seat) .
Attach the front seat to the VAS 6136. Refer to FRONT SEATS, INSTALLING ON THE Fixture For Seat Repair VAS 6136 .
Remove tunnel side trim panel. Refer to TRIM, SILL SIDE .
Remove bolts -2- (quantity: 2).
Scheme 150
Remove the seat height adjustment handle -1-.
Remove the lock washer -1-.
Scheme 151
Note. The bolts -1- and the bolt -3- are different lengths.
Remove the bolts -1- (quantity: 2) and -3- (quantity: 5).
Remove seat height adjuster -2-.
Installing
| WARNING | Follow all safety precautions when working on pyrotechnic components. Refer to GENERAL INFORMATION . Before handling pyrotechnical components (for example, connecting electrical connector), the person handling them must discharge static electricity. For example, by briefly touching the door striker pin. |
Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following
Note. Make sure the connectors are installed all the way in and are secure.
| WARNING | Connect the battery with the ignition switched on. Pyrotechnic components could deploy after connecting the battery if they were not repaired correctly. Individuals must not be inside the vehicle when connecting the battery. |
Connect the battery ground cable with the ignition turned on. Refer to [For engine(s) CAEB, CALA, CCBA] Removal and Installation .
Note. If the airbag indicator lamp -K75- indicates a fault after installation, the DTC memory must be checked, deleted and checked again using the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.
SEAT POSITION SENSOR
The seat position sensor removal and installation procedure is similar on all seat versions.
SEAT RAIL COVER
Note. The procedure for removing and installing is described on the driver seat sill side seat rail cover. It is similar for the cover on the tunnel side.
Special tools and workshop equipment required
- Trim Removal Wedge 3409
Removing
| WARNING | Follow all safety precautions when working on pyrotechnic components. Refer to GENERAL INFORMATION . Before handling pyrotechnical components (for example, disconnecting the connector), the person handling them must discharge static electricity. For example, by briefly touching the door striker pin. |
Remove the front seat
- Standard seat and sport seat (manual). Refer to «MANUAL STANDARD FRONT SEAT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__manual-standard-front-seat) .
- Standard and sport power seat, comfort seat and super sport seat. Refer to «POWER STANDARD FRONT SEAT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__power-standard-front-seat) .
Unclip the retaining tabs -3, 4 and 5- on the cover -2- from the seat rail.
Scheme 152
Remove the cover -1- forward parallel to the seat rail.
Installing
| WARNING | Follow all safety precautions when working on pyrotechnic components. Refer to GENERAL INFORMATION . Before handling pyrotechnical components (for example, connecting electrical connector), the person handling them must discharge static electricity. For example, by briefly touching the door striker pin. |
Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following
Note. Make sure the connectors are installed all the way in and are secure.
| WARNING | Connect the battery with the ignition switched on. Pyrotechnic components could deploy after connecting the battery if they were not repaired correctly. Individuals must not be inside the vehicle when connecting the battery. |
Connect the battery ground cable with the ignition turned on. Refer to [For engine(s) CAEB, CALA, CCBA] Removal and Installation .
Note. If the airbag indicator lamp -K75- indicates a fault after installation, the DTC memory must be checked, deleted and checked again using the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.
SILL SIDE RETAINING BRACKET TRIM
Removing
Scheme 153
Remove tunnel side trim panel. Refer to TRIM, SILL SIDE .
Remove bolts -2- (quantity: 3).
Remove the bracket -1- from the front seat -3-. Remove any cable ties from the retaining bracket.
Installing
Install in reverse order of removal.
SPRING MAT
Removing
| WARNING | Follow all safety precautions when working on pyrotechnic components. Refer to GENERAL INFORMATION . Before handling pyrotechnical components (for example, disconnecting the connector), the person handling them must discharge static electricity. For example, by briefly touching the door striker pin. |
Turn on the ignition.
Disconnect the battery ground cable from the battery with the ignition on. Refer to [For engine(s) CAEB, CALA, CCBA] Removal and Installation .
Remove the front seat
- Standard seat and sport seat (manual). Refer to «MANUAL STANDARD FRONT SEAT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__manual-standard-front-seat) .
Attach the front seat to the VAS 6136. Refer to FRONT SEATS, INSTALLING ON THE Fixture For Seat RepairVAS 6136 .
Remove backrest panel
- Two section backrest cover. Refer to «BACKREST COVER (SECTION TWO)»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__backrest-cover-section-two) .
- One section backrest cover. Refer to «BACKREST COVER (SECTION ONE)»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__backrest-cover-section-one) .
Remove the headrests. Refer to HEADRESTS WITH LOCKING MECHANISM .
Remove cover with upholstery. Refer to BACKREST COVER AND PADDING .
Remove the springs -A through D- from the backrest frame -1-.
Scheme 154
Note. The pull-springs -A through D- can also stay engaged in the backrest frame -1- and the spring mat -2- can be disengaged directly from the pull-springs.
Tip spring mat -2- forward.
Scheme 155
Remove the spring mat out of the openings -arrows- for the backrest frame -1-.
Installing
| WARNING | Follow all safety precautions when working on pyrotechnic components. Refer to GENERAL INFORMATION . Before handling pyrotechnical components (for example, connecting electrical connector), the person handling them must discharge static electricity. For example, by briefly touching the door striker pin. |
Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following
Label the springs -A through D- as shown in the illustration.
| WARNING | Connect the battery with the ignition switched on. Pyrotechnic components could deploy after connecting the battery if they were not repaired correctly. Individuals must not be inside the vehicle when connecting the battery. |
Connect the battery ground cable with the ignition turned on. Refer to [For engine(s) CAEB, CALA, CCBA] Removal and Installation .
Note. If the airbag indicator lamp -K75- indicates a fault after installation, the DTC memory must be checked, deleted and checked again using the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.
STORAGE COMPARTMENT
The following describes the removal and installation of a power standard front seat. The procedure is similar for a manual standard front seat.
TORSION BAR
Special tools and workshop equipment required
- Bracket 2024 A /1
- Counter hold 3145
- Shackles 8 mm diameter (available commercially)
- M10x30 bolt and nut
Removing
| WARNING | Follow all safety precautions when working on pyrotechnic components. Refer to GENERAL INFORMATION . Before handling pyrotechnical components (for example, disconnecting the connector), the person handling them must discharge static electricity. For example, by briefly touching the door striker pin. |
| CAUTION | Adjust the front seat so that it is in the highest position. This reduces the spring force when removing and installing the torsion bar and the risk of damaging the threaded connections between upper/lower frames of the seat pan. |
Remove the front seat
- Standard seat and sport seat (manual). Refer to «MANUAL STANDARD FRONT SEAT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__manual-standard-front-seat) .
- Standard and sport power seat, comfort seat and super sport seat. Refer to «POWER STANDARD FRONT SEAT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__power-standard-front-seat) .
Attach the front seat to the VAS 6136. Refer to FRONT SEATS, INSTALLING ON THE Fixture For Seat Repair VAS 6136 .
Remove tunnel side trim panel
- Standard seat and sport seat (manual), refer to «TRIM, SILL SIDE»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__trim-sill-side) .
- Standard seat, sport seat (power) and comfort seat, refer to «TRIM, SILL SIDE»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan) .
Remove tunnel side trim panel. Refer to TRIM, TUNNEL SIDE .
Remove the front backrest. Refer to BACKREST FRONT .
Loosen the threaded connection -3- for the front seat belt latch -1-.
Scheme 156
Turn the front seat belt latch downward.
It is not necessary to disconnect or remove the electrical wire.
| WARNING | The torsion bar exerts considerable spring force. Be absolutely sure to comply with the bullet points below to avoid injury: Always remove and install the torsion bar in the sequence described and only using the tools specified. Never use pliers and other levers. Do not stand directly in front of the torsion bar when removing and installing it. Stand off to the side. |
Secure the 3145 with the bracket 2024 A /1 and shackle -2- on the torsion bar -3- as illustrated.
Scheme 157
1 - M10x30 bolt with nut
2 - Shackle
3 - Torsion bar
4 - Seat pan
Carefully rotate the torsion bar -1- until it disengages from the oblong hole -arrow- on the seat pan.
Scheme 158
Remove the torsion bar and bracket 2024 A /1 from the seat pan -2-.
Installing
| WARNING | The torsion bar exerts considerable spring force. Be absolutely sure to comply with the bullet points below to avoid injury: Always remove and install the torsion bar in the sequence described and only using the tools specified. Never use pliers and other levers. Do not stand directly in front of the torsion bar when removing and installing it. Stand off to the side. |
Slide the torsion bar -1- into the mount until the end -arrow- comes into contact with the seat pan -2-.
Scheme 159
Make sure the torsion bar -2- is seated in the mounting bracket -arrow- on the seat pan -1- correctly.
Scheme 160
Mount the 3145 with the bracket 2024 A /1 and threaded connection -3-, but without the shackle, to the torsion bar -1-.
Scheme 161
1 - Torsion bar
2 - Seat pan
3 - Connection
Carefully rotate the torsion bar -1- until it engages in the oblong hole -arrow- on the seat pan -2-.
Installation is performed in reverse order of removal, noting the following
| WARNING | Follow all safety precautions when working on pyrotechnic components. Refer to GENERAL INFORMATION . Before handling pyrotechnical components (for example, connecting electrical connector), the person handling them must discharge static electricity. For example, by briefly touching the door striker pin. |
Note. Make sure the connectors are installed all the way in and are secure.
| WARNING | Connect the battery with the ignition switched on. Pyrotechnic components could deploy after connecting the battery if they were not repaired correctly. Individuals must not be inside the vehicle when connecting the battery. |
Connect the battery ground cable with the ignition turned on. Refer to [For engine(s) CAEB, CALA, CCBA] Removal and Installation .
Note. If the -K75- indicates a fault after installation, the DTC memory must be checked, deleted and checked again using the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.
TORSION BAR BEARING
Removing
| WARNING | Follow all safety precautions when working on pyrotechnic components. Refer to GENERAL INFORMATION . Before handling pyrotechnical components (for example, disconnecting the connector), the person handling them must discharge static electricity. For example, by briefly touching the door striker pin. |
| CAUTION | Adjust the front seat so that it is in the highest position. This reduces the spring force when removing and installing the torsion bar and the risk of damaging the threaded connections between upper/lower frames of the seat pan. |
| WARNING | The torsion bar exerts considerable spring force. Be absolutely sure to comply with the bullet points below to avoid injury: Always remove and install the torsion bar in the sequence described and only using the tools specified. Never use pliers and other levers. Do not stand directly in front of the torsion bar when removing and installing it. Stand off to the side. |
Remove the torsion bar. Refer to TORSION BAR .
Remove the bearing -1- out of the guide -2-.
Scheme 162
Installing
| WARNING | The torsion bar exerts considerable spring force. Be absolutely sure to comply with the bullet points below to avoid injury: Always remove and install the torsion bar in the sequence described and only using the tools specified. Never use pliers and other levers. Do not stand directly in front of the torsion bar when removing and installing it. Stand off to the side. |
| WARNING | Follow all safety precautions when working on pyrotechnic components. Refer to GENERAL INFORMATION . Before handling pyrotechnical components (for example, connecting electrical connector), the person handling them must discharge static electricity. For example, by briefly touching the door striker pin. |
Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following
Note. Make sure the connectors are installed all the way in and are secure.
| WARNING | Connect the battery with the ignition switched on. Pyrotechnic components could deploy after connecting the battery if they were not repaired correctly. Individuals must not be inside the vehicle when connecting the battery. |
Connect the battery ground cable with the ignition turned on. Refer to [For engine(s) CAEB, CALA, CCBA] Removal and Installation .
Note. If the airbag indicator lamp -K75- indicates a fault after installation, the DTC memory must be checked, deleted and checked again using the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.
TRIM, SILL SIDE
Note. Removal and installation can be performed with the front seat installed.
Removing
Scheme 163
Bring seat as far up as possible.
Remove the backrest adjustment wheel. Refer to BACKREST ADJUSTMENT WHEEL .
Remove seat height adjustment handle. Refer to SEAT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT HANDLE .
Remove the expanding rivet -2- for the sill side trim -1-.
Open the clips -4- (quantity: 2).
Scheme 164
Unclip trim -1- on retaining bracket -3-.
Disengage trim in area of backrest adjustment wheel and seat anchor.
Remove the trim forward and up from the retaining bracket.
Note. Make sure the bracket -2- and the tab -2- are not damaged when removing the trim.
Versions with four-way lumbar support
Scheme 165
Disconnect the connector -4- from the driver seat lumbar support adjustment switch -E176- -1- on the tunnel side trim -3-.
Procedure for all manual seat versions
Remove sill side trim.
Installing
Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following
Note. Make sure the tab -2- is seated correctly. Make sure the sill side trim -1- is engaged correctly on the retaining bracket -3- and the locking clips -4- are closed.
Note. Make sure the wire is as close to the connector -4- as possible.
TRIM, TUNNEL SIDE
Note. Removal and installation can only be performed with the front seat removed.
Removing
| WARNING | Follow all safety precautions when working on pyrotechnic components. Refer to GENERAL INFORMATION . Before handling pyrotechnical components (for example, disconnecting the connector), the person handling them must discharge static electricity. For example, by briefly touching the door striker pin. |
Remove the front seat
- Standard seat and sport seat (manual). Refer to «MANUAL STANDARD FRONT SEAT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__manual-standard-front-seat) .
- Standard and sport power seat, comfort seat and super sport seat. Refer to «POWER STANDARD FRONT SEAT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__power-standard-front-seat) .
Attach the front seat to the VAS 6136 FRONT SEATS, INSTALLING ON THE Fixture For Seat Repair VAS 6136 .
Remove the expanding rivets -3- and -4-.
Scheme 166
Remove tunnel side trim panel -2- upward.
Note. Make sure the tab -1- is not damaged when removing the trim.
Installing
| WARNING | Follow all safety precautions when working on pyrotechnic components. Refer to GENERAL INFORMATION . Before handling pyrotechnical components (for example, connecting electrical connector), the person handling them must discharge static electricity. For example, by briefly touching the door striker pin. |
Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following
Note. Make sure the tab -1- is seated correctly. Make sure the connectors are installed all the way in and are secure.
| WARNING | Connect the battery with the ignition switched on. Pyrotechnic components could deploy after connecting the battery if they were not repaired correctly. Individuals must not be inside the vehicle when connecting the battery. |
Connect the battery ground cable with the ignition turned on. Refer to [For engine(s) CAEB, CALA, CCBA] Removal and Installation .
Note. If the airbag indicator lamp -K75- indicates a fault after installation, the DTC memory must be checked, deleted and checked again using the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.
AIRBAG ADAPTER VAS 6281 CONNECTING
Connecting the airbag adapter on the manual standard front seat is described here. The procedure is similar on the manual sport front seat.
The following describes the removal and installation of a manual standard front seat. The procedure is similar for a power standard front seat.
BACKREST COVER
The following describes the removal and installation of a manual standard front seat. The procedure is similar for a power standard front seat.
Refer to BACKREST COVER (SECTION TWO) for the two-section backrest cover and BACKREST COVER (SECTION ONE) for the one-section backrest cover.
The following describes the removal and installation of a manual standard front seat. The procedure is similar for a power standard front seat.
The following describes the removal and installation of a manual standard front seat. The procedure is similar for a power standard front seat.
The following describes disconnecting and connecting the connectors on the manual Standard front seat. The procedure is similar on the manual sport front seat.
The following describes the removal and installation of a manual standard front seat. The procedure is similar for a power standard front seat.
The following describes removing and installing on the power standard front seat. Removal and installation of the manual sport front seat is identical.
The following describes the removal and installation of a manual standard front seat. The procedure is similar for a power standard front seat.
The following describes the removal and installation of a manual standard front seat. The procedure is similar for a power standard front seat.
The following describes the removal and installation of a manual standard front seat. The procedure is similar for a power standard front seat.
The modular wiring is described on the basis of a manual standard front seat. It is similar for the manual sport front seat.
MANUAL SPORT FRONT SEAT
The following describes removing and installing on the manual standard front seat. Removal and installation of the manual sport front seats is identical.
RETAINING BRACKET TRIM, SILL SIDE
The following describes the removal and installation of a manual standard front seat. The procedure is similar for a power standard front seat.
SEAT ANGLE ADJUSTER
Removing
| WARNING | Follow all safety precautions when working on pyrotechnic components. Refer to GENERAL INFORMATION . Before handling pyrotechnical components (for example, disconnecting the connector), the person handling them must discharge static electricity. For example, by briefly touching the door striker pin. |
Turn on the ignition.
Disconnect the battery ground cable from the battery with the ignition on. Refer to [For engine(s) CAEB, CALA, CCBA] Removal and Installation .
Remove the front seat
- Standard seat and Sport seat (manual), refer to «MANUAL STANDARD FRONT SEAT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__manual-standard-front-seat) .
Attach the front seat to the VAS 6136 FRONT SEATS, INSTALLING ON THE Fixture For Seat Repair VAS 6136 .
Remove tunnel side trim panel. Refer to TRIM, SILL SIDE .
Remove the seat angle adjustment handle. Refer to SEAT ANGLE ADJUSTMENT HANDLE .
Remove the shoulder pin -2-.
Scheme 167
Remove the screw -3-.
Remove the seat angle adjuster -1-.
Installing
| WARNING | Follow all safety precautions when working on pyrotechnic components. Refer to GENERAL INFORMATION . Before handling pyrotechnical components (for example, connecting electrical connector), the person handling them must discharge static electricity. For example, by briefly touching the door striker pin. |
Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following
Replace the shoulder pin -2- and the bolt -3-.
Clean the threaded holes before installing, for example using a thread tap.
Note. Make sure the connectors are installed all the way in and are secure.
| WARNING | Connect the battery with the ignition switched on. Pyrotechnic components could deploy after connecting the battery if they were not repaired correctly. Individuals must not be inside the vehicle when connecting the battery. |
Connect the battery ground cable with the ignition turned on. Refer to [For engine(s) CAEB, CALA, CCBA] Removal and Installation .
Note. If the airbag indicator lamp -K75- indicates a fault after installation, the DTC memory must be checked, deleted and checked again using the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.
SEAT ANGLE ADJUSTMENT HANDLE
Note. Removal and installation can be performed with the front seat installed.
Removing
Scheme 168
Remove tunnel side trim panel. Refer to TRIM, SILL SIDE .
Pry the handle -2- off the seat angle adjustment -1- by using a screwdriver to press down the clip locking spring.
Installing
Scheme 169
Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following
Replace the clip on the seat height adjustment handle. Note the installation position.
Make sure the seat height adjustment handle engages correctly with the clips.
- The springs -arrows- (quantity: 2) on the clip -2- must be on the inner side of the lever -1-.
SEAT DEPTH ADJUSTER
Special tools and workshop equipment required
- Trim Removal Wedge 3409
Removing
| WARNING | Follow all safety precautions when working on pyrotechnic components. Refer to GENERAL INFORMATION . Before handling pyrotechnical components (for example, disconnecting the connector), the person handling them must discharge static electricity. For example, by briefly touching the door striker pin. |
Remove the front seat
- Manual sport seat, refer to «MANUAL STANDARD FRONT SEAT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__manual-standard-front-seat) .
- Power sport seat and super sport seat, refer to «POWER STANDARD FRONT SEAT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__power-standard-front-seat) .
Attach the front seat to the VAS 6136. Refer to FRONT SEATS, INSTALLING ON THE Fixture For Seat Repair VAS 6136 .
Equipment level with storage compartment: remove the storage compartment. Refer to STORAGE COMPARTMENT .
Remove trim. Refer to TRIM, SEAT DEPTH ADJUSTOR .
Move the seat depth adjuster all the way forward -arrow-.
Scheme 170
Unclip the tabs -2- using a 3409.
Swivel the support with the seat cushion and seat cover -1- for the seat depth adjuster upward so that the tabs -arrow A- and -arrow B- remain unlocked.
Scheme 171
Note. The illustration shows the upholstery disengaged.
Remove the support with the seat cushion and seat cover for the seat depth adjuster upward and toward the front.
Disengage the tabs -arrow C- on the seat depth adjuster -2- and move the support with the seat cushion and seat cover upward.
Lay the support -2- with the seat cushion and seat cover on the front seat.
Scheme 172
Note. The illustration does not show the seat pan lower frame.
Remove the cushion retaining channels -1, 3, 4- across and at the sides from the seat depth adjustor.
To do this, unclip the retaining channels -1- and -2- in the direction of the -arrow- out from the tabs -3-.
Scheme 173
Remove the bolts -1-, -2- and nuts -3- from the seat depth adjuster.
Scheme 174
Unclip the tabs -1- and -3- using a 3409.
Scheme 175
Remove the seat depth adjuster -2- from the lower seat frame upward and forward -arrows-.
Disengage the tabs -4- from the lower seat frame while doing this.
Remove the seat depth adjuster from the front seat.
Installing
| WARNING | Follow all safety precautions when working on pyrotechnic components. Refer to GENERAL INFORMATION . Before handling pyrotechnical components (for example, connecting electrical connector), the person handling them must discharge static electricity. For example, by briefly touching the door striker pin. |
Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following
| CAUTION | To secure the new bolts, also install nuts on the seat pan side. |
Install a nut -3- on the seat pan side of each bolt -1, 2- to secure the bolts after installing them.
Note. Make sure the connectors are installed all the way in and are secure.
| WARNING | Connect the battery with the ignition switched on. Pyrotechnic components could deploy after connecting the battery if they were not repaired correctly. Individuals must not be inside the vehicle when connecting the battery. |
Connect the battery ground cable with the ignition turned on. Refer to [For engine(s) CAEB, CALA, CCBA] Removal and Installation .
Note. If the airbag indicator lamp -K75- indicates a fault after installation, the DTC memory must be checked, deleted and checked again using the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.
The following describes removing and installing on the power standard front seat. Removal and installation of the manual Sport front seat is identical.
The following describes the removal and installation of a manual standard front seat. The procedure is similar for a power standard front seat.
The following describes the removal and installation of a manual standard front seat. The procedure is similar for a power standard front seat.
SEAT FORWARD/BACK ADJUSTMENT SPRING RELEASE CABLE MOUNT LEVER
The following describes the removal and installation of a manual standard front seat. The procedure is similar for a power standard front seat.
The following describes removing and installing on the power standard front seat. Removal and installation of the manual Sport front seat is identical.
The following describes the removal and installation of a manual standard front seat. The procedure is similar for a power standard front seat.
The seat position sensor removal and installation procedure is similar on all seat versions.
- The following describes the removal and installation of a manual standard front seat. The procedure is similar for a power standard front seat.
- The removal and installation procedure for the seat rail covers is described on the driver seat sill side seat rail. Removing and installing the cover on the tunnel side is similar.
The following describes the removal and installation of a manual standard front seat. The procedure is similar for a power standard front seat.
The following describes the removal and installation of a manual standard front seat. The procedure is similar for a power standard front seat.
The following describes the removal and installation of a manual standard front seat. The procedure is similar for a power standard front seat.
TRIM, SEAT DEPTH ADJUSTOR
Special tools and workshop equipment required
- Trim Removal Wedge 3409
Removing
| WARNING | Follow all safety precautions when working on pyrotechnic components. Refer to GENERAL INFORMATION . Before handling pyrotechnical components (for example, disconnecting the connector), the person handling them must discharge static electricity. For example, by briefly touching the door striker pin. |
Remove the front seat
- Manual Sport seat, refer to «MANUAL STANDARD FRONT SEAT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__manual-standard-front-seat) .
- Power sport seat and super sport seat, refer to «POWER STANDARD FRONT SEAT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__power-standard-front-seat) .
Attach the front seat to the VAS 6136. Refer to FRONT SEATS, INSTALLING ON THE Fixture For Seat Repair VAS 6136 .
Equipment level with storage compartment: remove the storage compartment. Refer to STORAGE COMPARTMENT .
Move the seat depth adjuster all the way forward.
Scheme 176
Unclip the tabs -arrows- on the trim -1- using a 3409.
Remove the trim from the seat depth adjuster.
Installing
| WARNING | Follow all safety precautions when working on pyrotechnic components. Refer to GENERAL INFORMATION . Before handling pyrotechnical components (for example, connecting electrical connector), the person handling them must discharge static electricity. For example, by briefly touching the door striker pin. |
Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following
Note. Make sure the connectors are installed all the way in and are secure.
| WARNING | Connect the battery with the ignition switched on. Pyrotechnic components could deploy after connecting the battery if they were not repaired correctly. Individuals must not be inside the vehicle when connecting the battery. |
Connect the battery ground cable with the ignition turned on. Refer to [For engine(s) CAEB, CALA, CCBA] Removal and Installation .
Note. If the airbag indicator lamp -K75- indicates a fault after installation, the DTC memory must be checked, deleted and checked again using the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.
The following describes the removal and installation of a manual standard front seat. The procedure is similar for a power standard front seat.
The following describes the removal and installation of a manual standard front seat. The procedure is similar for a power standard front seat.
The following describes connecting the airbag adapter for the manual standard front seat. The procedure is similar for the comfort front seat.
BACKREST ADJUSTMENT ACTUATOR
The following describes the removal and installation of a power standard front seat. The procedure is similar for a comfort front seat.
BACKREST ADJUSTMENT MOTOR
The following describes the removal and installation of a power standard front seat. The procedure is similar for a comfort front seat.
The following describes removing and installing the comfort front seat. It is identical on the comfort front seat.
Refer to BACKREST COVER (SECTION TWO) for the two-section backrest cover and BACKREST COVER (SECTION ONE) for the one-section backrest cover.
The following describes the removal and installation of a manual standard front seat. The procedure is similar for a comfort front seat.
The following describes removing and installing the comfort front seat. It is identical on the comfort front seat.
The following describes disconnecting and connecting the connectors for the manual standard front seat. The procedure is similar for the comfort front seat.
The following describes removing and installing the comfort front seat. It is identical on the comfort front seat.
FAN, LOWER BACKREST
Removing
Scheme 177
Remove backrest panel
- Two section backrest cover. Refer to «BACKREST COVER (SECTION TWO)»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__backrest-cover-section-two) .
- One section backrest cover. Refer to «BACKREST COVER (SECTION ONE)»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__backrest-cover-section-one) .
Adjust the lumbar support to the highest curve while moving the slider -1- all the way down -arrow A-.
Note. Ignore -2-.
Disconnect the connector -1-.
Scheme 178
Carefully tilt the backrest fan -2- out of the backrest upholstery -arrow-.
Installing
Scheme 179
Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following
- The mounting eyelets on the fan housing -1- face up and down.
- Place the wire -2- into the gap in the backrest cushions -arrow- facing outward.
Make sure the backrest lumber support spring plate is seated correctly.
FAN, SEAT CUSHION
Removing
Scheme 180
Remove the seat pan upholstery. Refer to COVER AND PADDING, LOWER SEAT FRAME WITHOUT SEAT DEPTH ADJUSTER .
Disconnect and free up the electrical connectors -2-.
Remove the bolts -1- and -3-.
Turn the air intake grille -4- in the direction of the -arrow- and remove the fan.
Installing
Install in reverse order of removal.
Tightening specifications (Scheme 98)
FAN, UPPER BACKREST
Removing
Scheme 181
Remove backrest panel
- Two section backrest cover. Refer to «BACKREST COVER (SECTION TWO)»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__backrest-cover-section-two) .
- One section backrest cover. Refer to «BACKREST COVER (SECTION ONE)»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__backrest-cover-section-one) .
Disconnect and free up the electrical connector -1-.
Carefully tilt the backrest fan -2- out of the backrest upholstery -arrow-.
Installing
Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following
Upper fan installation position
- The electrical wire faces down.
- The securing eyes on the fan housing face to the side.
FORWARD/BACK ADJUSTMENT MOTOR
The following describes the removal and installation of a power standard front seat. The procedure is similar for a comfort front seat.
Special tools and workshop equipment required
- Special Pop Rivet Pliers V.A.G 1753A
- Drill
- Protective eyewear
Removing
| WARNING | Follow all safety precautions when working on pyrotechnic components. Refer to GENERAL INFORMATION . Before handling pyrotechnical components (for example, disconnecting the connector), the person handling them must discharge static electricity. For example, by briefly touching the door striker pin. |
Turn on the ignition.
Disconnect the battery ground cable from the battery with the ignition on. Refer to [For engine(s) CAEB, CALA, CCBA] Removal and Installation .
Remove the front seat, refer to POWER STANDARD FRONT SEAT .
Attach the front seat to the VAS 6136. Refer to FRONT SEATS, INSTALLING ON THE Fixture For Seat Repair VAS 6136 .
Remove backrest panel
- Two section backrest cover. Refer to «BACKREST COVER (SECTION TWO)»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__backrest-cover-section-two) .
- One section backrest cover. Refer to «BACKREST COVER (SECTION ONE)»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__backrest-cover-section-one) .
Remove the backrest frame trim. Refer to BACKREST FRAME TRIM .
Remove headrests. Refer to
- «HEADRESTS WITH LOCKING MECHANISM»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__headrests-with-locking-mechanism) .
- «POWER HEADRESTS»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan) .
Remove cover with upholstery. Refer to BACKREST COVER AND PADDING .
Note. Lay plastic film between the seat pan cover and the backrest frame to protect against metal shavings.
| WARNING | Risk of injury! Wear protective eyewear. |
Drill out rivet -2-.
Disconnect the connectors -1- and -3- from the seat forward/back adjustment motor and height adjustment motor for four-way lumbar support.
Free up the electrical wiring harness at the four-way lumbar support -1-.
Scheme 182
Disengage the four-way lumbar support on the backrest frame -2-.
Remove the four-way lumbar support from the backrest frame.
Installing
Engage four-way lumbar support -1- on the backrest frame -2-.
Before securing rivet -4-, a plastic washer -1- must be placed between lumbar support -2- and backrest frame -3-.
Scheme 183
Rivet the four-way lumbar support frame -2- with the backrest frame -3-.
| WARNING | Follow all safety precautions when working on pyrotechnic components. Refer to GENERAL INFORMATION . Before handling pyrotechnical components (for example, connecting electrical connector), the person handling them must discharge static electricity. For example, by briefly touching the door striker pin. |
Installation is performed in reverse order of removal, noting the following
Note. Make sure the connectors are installed all the way in and are secure.
| WARNING | Connect the battery with the ignition switched on. Pyrotechnic components could deploy after connecting the battery if they were not repaired correctly. Individuals must not be inside the vehicle when connecting the battery. |
Connect the battery ground cable with the ignition turned on. Refer to [For engine(s) CAEB, CALA, CCBA] Removal and Installation .
Note. If the airbag indicator lamp -K75- indicates a fault after installation, the DTC memory must be checked, deleted and checked again using the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.
FRONT SEAT WITH FAULTY SEAT FORWARD/BACK ADJUSTMENT MOTOR OR CONTROL MODULE
The following describes the removal on a standard power front seat. The procedure is similar for a comfort front seat.
HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT MOTOR
The following describes the removal and installation of a power standard front seat. The procedure is similar for a comfort front seat.
The following describes the removal and installation of a manual sport front seat. The procedure is similar for a comfort front seat.
MEMORY SEAT ADJUSTMENT CONTROL MODULE
Removal and installation are described for the power standard front seat with a memory seat adjustment control module.
MEMORY SEAT ADJUSTMENT CONTROL MODULE BRACKET
The following describes removing and installing on the power standard front seat.
The following describes the modular wiring for a manual standard front seat. It is similar for the comfort front seat.
POWER COMFORT FRONT SEAT
The following describes the removal and installation of a power standard front seat. The procedure is similar for a comfort front seat.
POWER HEADRESTS
The following describes the removal and installation of a power standard front seat. The procedure is similar for a comfort front seat.
SEAT ADJUSTMENT CONTROLS
The following describes the removal and installation of a power standard front seat. The procedure is similar for a comfort front seat.
SEAT ADJUSTMENT CONTROL HEAD
The following describes the removal and installation of a power standard front seat. The procedure is similar for a comfort front seat.
SEAT ANGLE ADJUSTMENT MOTOR
The following describes the removal and installation of a power standard front seat. The procedure is similar for a comfort front seat.
SEAT PAN, DISASSEMBLING AND ASSEMBLING
Disassembly and assembly are described for the power standard front seat. The procedure is similar for the comfort front seat.
The seat position sensor removal and installation procedure is similar on all seat versions.
- The following describes the removal and installation of a manual standard front seat. The procedure is similar for a comfort front seat.
- The removal and installation procedure for the seat rail covers is described on the driver seat sill side seat rail. Removing and installing the cover on the tunnel side is similar.
SEAT RAIL SPINDLE COVER
The following describes the removal and installation of a power standard front seat. The procedure is similar for a comfort front seat.
The seat position sensor removal and installation procedure is similar on all seat versions.
The following describes the removal and installation of a power standard front seat. The procedure is similar for a comfort front seat.
The following describes the removal and installation of a power standard front seat. The procedure is similar for a comfort front seat.
The following describes the removal and installation of a manual standard front seat. The procedure is similar for a comfort front seat.
The following describes the removal and installation of a manual standard front seat. The procedure is similar for a comfort front seat.
The following describes the removal and installation of a power standard front seat. The procedure is similar for a comfort front seat.
The following describes the removal and installation of a manual standard front seat. The procedure is similar for a comfort front seat.
AIRBAG ADAPTERVAS 6281CONNECTING
Connecting the airbag adapter on the manual standard front seat is described here. It is similar on the power sport front seat.
The following describes removing and installing on the power standard front seat. It is identical on a power sport front seat.
The following describes removing and installing on the power standard front seat. It is identical on a power sport front seat.
The following describes removing and installing on the manual standard front seat. It is identical on a power sport front seat.
Refer to BACKREST COVER (SECTION TWO) for the two-section backrest cover and BACKREST COVER (SECTION ONE) for the one-section backrest cover.
The following describes removing and installing on the manual standard front seat. It is identical on a power sport front seat.
The following describes disconnecting and connecting the connectors on the manual standard front seat. It is similar on the power sport front seat.
The following describes removing and installing on the manual standard front seat. It is identical on a power sport front seat.
The following describes removing and installing on the power standard front seat. It is identical on a power sport front seat.
FORWARD/BACK ADJUSTMENT AND LUMBAR SUPPORT ADJUSTMENT MOTORS
The following describes removing and installing on the power standard front seat. It is identical on a power sport front seat.
The following describes removing and installing on the power standard front seat. It is identical on a power sport front seat.
FRONT BACKREST
The following describes removing and installing on the manual standard front seat. It is identical on a power sport front seat.
The following describes the removal of a power standard front seat. The procedure is similar for a comfort front seat.
The following describes removing and installing on the power standard front seat. It is identical on a power sport front seat.
The following describes removing and installing on the power standard front seat. It is identical on a power sport front seat.
The following describes removing and installing on the power standard front seat. It is identical on a power sport front seat.
The following describes removing and installing on the power standard front seat. It is identical on a power sport front seat.
The modular wiring on a manual standard front seat is described here. It is similar on a power sport front seat.
The following describes removing and installing on the power standard front seat. It is identical on a power sport front seat.
POWER SPORT FRONT SEAT
The following describes removing and installing on the power standard front seat. It is identical on a power sport front seat.
The following describes removing and installing on the power standard front seat. It is identical on a power sport front seat.
The following describes removing and installing on the power standard front seat. It is identical on a power sport front seat.
The following describes removing and installing on the power standard front seat. It is identical on a power sport front seat.
The following describes removing and installing the manual sport front seat. It is identical on a power sport front seat.
SEAT DEPTH ADJUSTOR TRIM
The following describes removing and installing the manual sport front seat. It is identical on a power sport front seat.
The disassembling and assembling procedure is described for a power standard front seat. It is similar on the power sport front seat.
The seat position sensor removal and installation procedure is similar on all seat versions.
- The following describes removing and installing on the manual standard front seat. It is identical on a power sport front seat.
- The removal and installation procedure for the seat rail covers is described on the driver seat sill side seat rail. Removing and installing the cover on the tunnel side is similar.
The following describes removing and installing on the power standard front seat. It is identical on a power sport front seat.
The following describes removing and installing on the power standard front seat. It is identical on a power sport front seat.
The following describes removing and installing on the power standard front seat. It is identical on a power sport front seat.
The following describes removing and installing on the manual standard front seat. It is identical on a power sport front seat.
The following describes removing and installing on the manual standard front seat. It is identical on a power sport front seat.
The following describes removing and installing on the power standard front seat. It is identical on a power sport front seat.
The following describes removing and installing on the manual standard front seat. It is identical on a power sport front seat.
The following describes connecting the airbag adapter for the manual standard front seat. The procedure is similar for the power standard front seat.
Special tools and workshop equipment required
- Locking compound.
Removing
| WARNING | Follow all safety precautions when working on pyrotechnic components. Refer to GENERAL INFORMATION . Before handling airbag units (for example, when disconnecting the harness connector), the person handling them must "discharge static electricity". For example, by briefly touching the door striker pin. |
Remove the front seat
- Standard and sport power seat, comfort seat and super sport seat. Refer to «POWER STANDARD FRONT SEAT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__power-standard-front-seat) .
Attach the front seat to the VAS 6136. Refer to FRONT SEATS, INSTALLING ON THE Fixture For Seat Repair VAS 6136 .
Remove the tunnel side trim. Refer to TRIM, TUNNEL SIDE and sill side trim TRIM, SILL SIDE .
Remove backrest panel
- Two section backrest cover. Refer to «BACKREST COVER (SECTION TWO)»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__backrest-cover-section-two) .
- One section backrest cover. Refer to «BACKREST COVER (SECTION ONE)»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__backrest-cover-section-one) .
Mark the angle adjustment of the left and right backrest mounting brackets on the seat as follows
Make a permanent mark (line) -arrow B- on the backrest frame -2- right at the front edge -arrow A- of the anchor -1-.
Scheme 184
| CAUTION | Do not damage the surface of the anchor when marking it by scratching or denting it. |
Remove the nut -4- from the shaft -3-.
Remove the upholstery on the backrest. Refer to BACKREST COVER AND PADDING .
Scheme 185
Remove the shaft -3- in the direction of the -arrow- from the backrest frame -1-.
Disconnect the electrical connector -6- on the backrest adjustment motor -7-.
Remove the screw -2-.
Remove the backrest adjustment motor from the bracket -5-.
Installing
| WARNING | Follow all safety precautions when working on pyrotechnic components. Refer to GENERAL INFORMATION . Before handling airbag units (for example, when connecting the harness connector), the person handling them must discharge static electricity. For example, by briefly touching the door striker pin. |
Before installing, clean the shaft thread -3- (for example, with thread cutter).
Check the position of the backrest frame -2- and the anchor -1- on the left and right side.
- The left and right backrest frames must be in the position marked before removal -A and B arrows -.
If the left and right backrest frames are not in the position marked before removal, correct their position accordingly.
Position the backrest adjustment motor -1- on the bracket -3-.
Scheme 186
Replace the bolt -4-. Coat it with locking compound fluid and tighten it by hand.
- It must still be possible to move the backrest adjustment motor.
First slide the shaft through the anchor (tunnel side) as far as the stop -2- in the backrest adjustment motor.
Check whether the profile of the inserted shaft and mount -2- in the backrest adjustment motor align.
- If the shaft profile and the mount in the backrest adjustment motor align
Slide the shaft through backrest adjustment motor and backrest frame.
- If the shaft profile and the mount in the backrest adjustment motor do not align
Connect an external power source (12 Volt) to the backrest adjustment motor -1-.
Rotate mount -2- until it aligns with the shaft profile.
Slide the shaft through backrest adjustment motor and backrest frame.
Apply locking compound to the threaded section of the shaft.
Install the new nut -4- on the shaft -3- and tighten it.
Bolt the backrest adjustment motor on the bracket -3- and tighten it to the tightening specification.
Further installation is in reverse order of removal, noting the following
Note. Make sure the connectors are installed all the way in and are secure.
| WARNING | Connect the battery with the ignition switched on. Pyrotechnic components could deploy after connecting the battery if they were not repaired correctly. Individuals must not be inside the vehicle when connecting the battery. |
Connect the battery ground cable with the ignition turned on. Refer to [For engine(s) CAEB, CALA, CCBA] Removal and Installation .
Note. If the airbag indicator lamp -K75- indicates a fault after installation, the DTC memory must be checked, deleted and checked again using the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.
The following describes the removal and installation of a manual standard front seat. The procedure is similar for a power standard front seat.
Refer to BACKREST COVER (SECTION TWO) for the two-section backrest cover and BACKREST COVER (SECTION ONE) for the one-section backrest cover.
The following describes the removal and installation of a manual standard front seat. The procedure is similar for a power standard front seat.
BACKREST AND HEADREST ADJUSTMENT ACTUATOR
The backrest and headrest adjustment actuator consists of
- Driver backrest adjustment switch -E96- or front passenger backrest adjustment switch -E98
- Driver headrest adjustment button -E155- or front passenger headrest adjustment switch -E170-.
Note. The backrest and headrest adjustment actuator can be removed and installed with the front seat installed.
Special tools and workshop equipment required
- Trim Removal Wedge 3409
Removing
Scheme 187
Pry the actuator -1- out of the retainer using the 3409.
Installing
Install in reverse order of removal.
The following describes disconnecting and connecting the connectors for the manual standard front seat. The procedure is similar for the power standard front seat.
The following describes the removal and installation of a manual standard front seat. The procedure is similar for a power standard front seat.
Note. The seat forward/back adjustment motor can only be replaced together with the seat pan lower frame.
Removing
| WARNING | Follow all safety precautions when working on pyrotechnic components. Refer to GENERAL INFORMATION . Before handling pyrotechnical components (for example, disconnecting the connector), the person handling them must discharge static electricity. For example, by briefly touching the door striker pin. |
Remove the front seat
- Standard and sport power seat, comfort seat and super sport seat. Refer to «POWER STANDARD FRONT SEAT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__power-standard-front-seat) .
Attach the front seat to the VAS 6136. Refer to FRONT SEATS, INSTALLING ON THE Fixture For Seat Repair VAS 6136 .
Note. The upper and lower seat pan frames can only be separated and connected when the upholstery is removed. The seat position sensor must be installed in the new seat pan lower frame.
Remove the seat position sensor
- «SEAT POSITION SENSOR, WITH SEAT OCCUPIED SENSOR FOR BELT FASTENING DETECTION»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/airbag/#passenger-protection-airbags-seat-belts-sedan__seat-position-sensor-with-seat-occupied) .
- «SEAT POSITION SENSOR, WITH SEAT OCCUPIED SENSOR FOR PASSENGER AIRBAG DEACTIVATION»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/airbag/#passenger-protection-airbags-seat-belts-sedan__seat-position-sensor-with-seat-occupied) .
Separate the seat pan upper frame from the lower frame SEAT PAN, DISASSEMBLING AND ASSEMBLING .
Installing
| WARNING | Follow all safety precautions when working on pyrotechnic components. Refer to GENERAL INFORMATION . Before handling pyrotechnical components (for example, connecting electrical connector), the person handling them must discharge static electricity. For example, by briefly touching the door striker pin. |
Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following
Note. Make sure the connectors are installed all the way in and are secure.
| WARNING | Connect the battery with the ignition switched on. Pyrotechnic components could deploy after connecting the battery if they were not repaired correctly. Individuals must not be inside the vehicle when connecting the battery. |
Connect the battery ground cable with the ignition turned on. Refer to [For engine(s) CAEB, CALA, CCBA] Removal and Installation .
Note. If the airbag indicator lamp -K75- indicates a fault after installation, the DTC memory must be checked, deleted and checked again using the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.
FORWARD/BACK ADJUSTMENT MOTOR AND LUMBAR SUPPORT ADJUSTMENT
Note. Removing and installing the lumbar support height adjustment motor is described. Removing and installing the lumbar support forward/backward adjustment motor is similar.
Removing
Scheme 188
Remove backrest panel
- Two section backrest cover. Refer to «BACKREST COVER (SECTION TWO)»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__backrest-cover-section-two) .
- One section backrest cover. Refer to «BACKREST COVER (SECTION ONE)»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__backrest-cover-section-one) .
Disconnect the connector -1-.
Release the bracket -2- with a screwdriver -arrow-.
Remove the lumbar support height adjustment motor -3-.
Installing
Install in reverse order of removal.
Special tools and workshop equipment required
Scheme 189
- Special Pop Rivet Pliers V.A.G 1753A
- Drill
- Protective eyewear
Removing
| WARNING | Follow all safety precautions when working on pyrotechnic components. Refer to GENERAL INFORMATION . Before handling pyrotechnical components (for example, disconnecting the connector), the person handling them must discharge static electricity. For example, by briefly touching the door striker pin. |
Remove the front seat
- Standard seat and sport seat (manual), refer to «MANUAL STANDARD FRONT SEAT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__manual-standard-front-seat) .
- Standard and sport power seat, comfort seat and super sport seat, refer to «POWER STANDARD FRONT SEAT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__power-standard-front-seat) .
Attach the front seat to the VAS 6136. Refer to FRONT SEATS, INSTALLING ON THE Fixture For Seat Repair VAS 6136 .
Remove backrest panel
- Two section backrest cover. Refer to «BACKREST COVER (SECTION TWO)»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__backrest-cover-section-two) .
- One section backrest cover. Refer to «BACKREST COVER (SECTION ONE)»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__backrest-cover-section-one) .
Remove the backrest frame trim. Refer to BACKREST FRAME TRIM .
Remove headrests. Refer to
- «HEADRESTS WITH LOCKING MECHANISM»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__headrests-with-locking-mechanism) .
- «POWER HEADRESTS»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan) .
Remove the cover with the upholstery
- Standard seat and sport seat (manual or power) and comfort seat, refer to «BACKREST COVER AND PADDING»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-upholstery-covers-sedan__backrest-cover-and-padding) .
- Super sport seat, refer to «BACKREST COVER AND PADDING, SUPER SPORT SEAT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-upholstery-covers-sedan__backrest-cover-and-padding-super-sport) .
Separate the Velcro® fastener -3- between the system -2- and the upholstery.
Scheme 190
Note. It requires relatively high amount of force to separate the Velcro® fastener.
Note. Lay plastic film between the seat pan cover and the backrest frame to protect against metal shavings.
| WARNING | Risk of injury! Wear protective eyewear. |
Drill out rivet -3-.
Disconnect the connectors -1- and -2- from the seat forward/back adjustment motor and height adjustment motor for four-way lumbar support.
Disengage the four-way lumbar support -2- on the backrest frame -1-.
Scheme 191
Remove the four-way lumbar support from the backrest frame.
Disengage system -2- at four-way lumbar support -1- if necessary -arrows-.
Installing
Engage system -2- at four-way lumbar support -1- if necessary -arrows-.
Lay plastic film -1- over the Velcro® strips -2- on the system -2-.
Scheme 192
Secure plastic film to the system -2-.
Make sure the lumbar support is attached to the system -2- using an assembly fastener -4- or a suitable pin.
Make sure both clips for the four-way lumbar support -2- are installed in the backrest frame -1-.
Install the four-way lumbar support to the backrest frame.
Before securing rivet -4-, a plastic washer -1- must be placed between lumbar support -2- and backrest frame -3-.
Scheme 193
Rivet the four-way lumbar support to the backrest frame.
Stretch the upholstery with cover over the backrest frame.
Remove the plastic film between the system and the upholstery.
Press the system Velcro® fastener onto the upholstery.
Connect the connectors to the lumbar support curvature and height adjustment motors.
| WARNING | Follow all safety precautions when working on pyrotechnic components. Refer to GENERAL INFORMATION . Before handling pyrotechnical components (for example, connecting electrical connector), the person handling them must discharge static electricity. For example, by briefly touching the door striker pin. |
Installation is performed in reverse order of removal, noting the following
Note. Make sure the connectors are installed all the way in and are secure.
| WARNING | Connect the battery with the ignition switched on. Pyrotechnic components could deploy after connecting the battery if they were not repaired correctly. Individuals must not be inside the vehicle when connecting the battery. |
Connect the battery ground cable with the ignition turned on. Refer to [For engine(s) CAEB, CALA, CCBA] Removal and Installation .
Note. If the airbag indicator lamp -K75- indicates a fault after installation, the DTC memory must be checked, deleted and checked again using the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.
The following describes the removal and installation of a manual standard front seat. The procedure is similar for a power standard front seat.
Test the seat forward/back adjustment motor -V28- / -V31- or control module -J136- / -J521
| WARNING | Follow all safety precautions when working on pyrotechnic components. Refer to GENERAL INFORMATION . Before handling pyrotechnical components (for example, disconnecting the connector), the person handling them must discharge static electricity. For example, by briefly touching the door striker pin. |
Move the seat as far up as possible.
Remove tunnel side trim panel. Refer to TRIM, SILL SIDE .
Note. Check electrical and electronic components and wires before removing seat further to avoid unnecessary repair costs.
Perform the following tests
- Check the fuse.
- Check the voltage at the connector station and perform fault finding if necessary.
- Check the voltage to the control module.
- Check the voltage to the seat forward/back adjustment motor.
Replace the fuse if faulty.
If there is no voltage at the connector station, repair or replace the wire.
Replace the seat pan lower frame together with seat forward/back adjustment motor. Refer to SEAT PAN, DISASSEMBLING AND ASSEMBLING .
Replace the control module -J136- / -J521- if faulty. Refer to MEMORY SEAT/STEERING COLUMN ADJUSTMENT CONTROL MODULE .
Removing a faulty seat forward/back adjustment motor -V28- / -V31
Scheme 194
| CAUTION | Loosen bolts -3- only after checking electrical or electronic components and wires. After loosening the bolts -2-, replace the lower section of the seat pan including the seat forward/back adjustment motor. |
| WARNING | Before handling pyrotechnical components (for example, disconnecting the connector), the person handling them must discharge static electricity. For example, by briefly touching the door striker pin. |
Turn on the ignition.
Disconnect the battery ground cable from the battery with the ignition on. Refer to [For engine(s) CAEB, CALA, CCBA] Removal and Installation .
Remove the bolts -3- (quantity: 4) on both sides.
I - Seat forward/back adjustment motor, threaded connection on sill side.
II - Seat forward/back adjustment motor, threaded connection on tunnel side.
Note. To remove the tunnel side bolts, reach under the seat from the front.
| WARNING | Before handling pyrotechnical components (for example, disconnecting the connector), the person handling them must discharge static electricity. For example, by briefly touching the door striker pin. |
Disconnect the connector on the seat forward/back adjustment motor.
Move seat until bolts -1- (quantity: 4) are visible.
Scheme 195
Remove the bolts.
Disconnect the harness connectors at the connector station. Refer to DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING THE HARNESS CONNECTORS .
Connect airbag adapter VAS 6281. Refer to Airbag Adapter VAS 6281 CONNECTING .
Raise the front seat with a 2nd technician and remove it from the vehicle.
Attach the front seat to the VAS 6136. Refer to FRONT SEATS, INSTALLING ON THE Fixture For Seat Repair VAS 6136 .
Separate the lower frame -2- from the upper frame -1-. Refer to SEAT PAN, DISASSEMBLING AND ASSEMBLING .
Replace the lower seat pan frame with seat forward/back adjustment motor. Refer to SEAT PAN, DISASSEMBLING AND ASSEMBLING .
Removing a faulty control module -J136- / -J521
| WARNING | Follow all safety precautions when working on pyrotechnic components. Refer to GENERAL INFORMATION . Before handling pyrotechnical components (for example, disconnecting the connector), the person handling them must discharge static electricity. For example, by briefly touching the door striker pin. |
Turn on the ignition.
Disconnect the battery ground cable from the battery with the ignition on. Refer to [For engine(s) CAEB, CALA, CCBA] Removal and Installation .
Disconnect the connector on the seat forward/back adjustment motor.
Connect the seat forward/back adjustment motor to an external power source and move the seat forward or back until the bolts -1- (quantity: 4) are visible.
Remove the bolts.
Disconnect the harness connectors at the connector station. Refer to DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING THE HARNESS CONNECTORS .
Connect VAS 6281. Refer to Airbag Adapter VAS 6281 CONNECTING .
Raise the front seat with a 2nd technician and remove it from the vehicle.
Attach the front seat to the VAS 6136. Refer to FRONT SEATS, INSTALLING ON THE Fixture For Seat Repair VAS 6136 .
Replace control module -J136- / -J521-. Refer to MEMORY SEAT/STEERING COLUMN ADJUSTMENT CONTROL MODULE .
Installing
| WARNING | Follow all safety precautions when working on pyrotechnic components. Refer to GENERAL INFORMATION . Before handling pyrotechnical components (for example, connecting electrical connector), the person handling them must discharge static electricity. For example, by briefly touching the door striker pin. |
Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following
Remove the VAS 6281 only after installing the front seat. Refer to Airbag Adapter VAS 6281 CONNECTING .
Connect the connectors to the connectors of the connector station in the floor. Refer to DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING THE HARNESS CONNECTORS .
Note. Make sure the connectors are installed all the way in and are secure.
| WARNING | Connect the battery with the ignition switched on. Pyrotechnic components could deploy after connecting the battery if they were not repaired correctly. Individuals must not be inside the vehicle when connecting the battery. |
Connect the battery ground cable with the ignition turned on. Refer to [For engine(s) CAEB, CALA, CCBA] Removal and Installation .
Note. If the airbag indicator lamp -K75- indicates a fault after installation, the DTC memory must be checked, deleted and checked again using the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.
Removing
| WARNING | Follow all safety precautions when working on pyrotechnic components. Refer to GENERAL INFORMATION . Before handling pyrotechnical components (for example, disconnecting the connector), the person handling them must discharge static electricity. For example, by briefly touching the door striker pin. |
Remove tunnel side trim panel. Refer to TRIM, TUNNEL SIDE .
Remove tunnel side trim panel. Refer to TRIM, SILL SIDE .
Disconnect electrical harness connector -1- on seat height adjustment motor -2-.
Scheme 196
Release the tension in the torsion bar. Refer to TORSION BAR .
Scheme 197
| CAUTION | Threaded hole in the seat pan damaged or destroyed. When removing or installing, the adjusting spindle/seat pan bolting torque must be relieved. Risk of damage to the bushing -3- in the bearing point (adjusting spindle/seat pan bolting). The bushing cannot be replaced with workshop materials. If the bushing is damaged, the corresponding parts must be replaced. |
Remove bolt -2- on the seat height adjustment motor adjusting spindle -1-.
Remove the bolt -2- for the adjusting spindle -1- for the seat angle adjustment motor (preset by the manufacturer).
Scheme 198
Do not damage the bushing -1- inserted in the bearing area -2- when removing the bolt.
Scheme 199
| CAUTION | The bushings cannot be replaced with workshop materials. If the bushings are damaged, replace the corresponding components. |
Tilt the seat pan upper frame -1- up as far as possible.
Scheme 200
Support the seat pan upper frame with a suitable wood block -6- on the VAS 6136 -2-.
Remove bolts -3- (quantity: 2).
Remove bracket -5- with seat height adjustment motor -4- from the seat pan.
Remove the bolts -1-.
Scheme 201
Separate bracket -2- and seat height adjustment motor -3-.
Installing
| WARNING | Follow all safety precautions when working on pyrotechnic components. Refer to GENERAL INFORMATION . Before handling pyrotechnical components (for example, connecting electrical connector), the person handling them must discharge static electricity. For example, by briefly touching the door striker pin. |
Clean the threaded bolt holes for self-locking nuts, for example using a thread tap.
Replace all self-locking bolts.
Tighten the adjusting spindle -1- for the seat angle adjustment motor (preset by the manufacturer) with the bolt -2-.
Do not damage bushing -1- when inserting the bolt.
| CAUTION | If tension is not released when loosening or tightening the threaded connection between the adjusting spindle and the seat pan, the threaded hole in the seat pan will be damaged or destroyed. |
Do not damage the bushing -3- when inserting the bolt -2-.
| CAUTION | The bushings cannot be replaced with workshop materials. If the bushings are damaged, replace the corresponding components. |
Further installation is performed in reverse order of removal, noting the following
Note. Make sure the connectors are installed all the way in and are secure.
| WARNING | Connect the battery with the ignition switched on. Pyrotechnic components could deploy after connecting the battery if they were not repaired correctly. Individuals must not be inside the vehicle when connecting the battery. |
Connect the battery ground cable with the ignition turned on. Refer to [For engine(s) CAEB, CALA, CCBA] Removal and Installation .
Note. If the airbag indicator lamp -K75- indicates a fault after installation, the DTC memory must be checked, deleted and checked again using the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.
Removing
| WARNING | Follow all safety precautions when working on pyrotechnic components. Refer to GENERAL INFORMATION . Before handling pyrotechnical components (for example, disconnecting the connector), the person handling them must discharge static electricity. For example, by briefly touching the door striker pin. |
Remove tunnel side trim panel
- Standard seat and Sport seat (manual), refer to «TRIM, SILL SIDE»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__trim-sill-side) .
- Standard seat, sport seat (power) and comfort seat, refer to «TRIM, SILL SIDE»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan) .
Disconnect the connector -4-.
Remove the bolts -2-.
Remove the lumbar support adjustment switch -E176- or -E177- -1- from the trim -3-.
Installing
| WARNING | Follow all safety precautions when working on pyrotechnic components. Refer to GENERAL INFORMATION . Before handling pyrotechnical components (for example, disconnecting the connector), the person handling them must discharge static electricity. For example, by briefly touching the door striker pin. |
Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following
Route the wires as close to the connector -4- as possible.
Note. Make sure the connectors are installed all the way in and are secure.
| WARNING | Connect the battery with the ignition switched on. Pyrotechnic components could deploy after connecting the battery if they were not repaired correctly. Individuals must not be inside the vehicle when connecting the battery. |
Connect the battery ground cable with the ignition turned on. Refer to. [For engine(s) CAEB, CALA, CCBA] Removal and Installation .
Note. If the airbag indicator lamp -K75- indicates a fault after installation, the DTC memory must be checked, deleted and checked again using the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.
MEMORY SEAT/STEERING COLUMN ADJUSTMENT CONTROL MODULE
Special tools and workshop equipment required
- Trim Removal Wedge 3409
Removing
| WARNING | Follow all safety precautions when working on pyrotechnic components. Refer to GENERAL INFORMATION . Before handling pyrotechnical components (for example, disconnecting the connector), the person handling them must discharge static electricity. For example, by briefly touching the door striker pin. |
Remove the front seat
- Standard and sport power seat, comfort seat and super sport seat. Refer to «POWER STANDARD FRONT SEAT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__power-standard-front-seat) .
Attach the front seat to the VAS 6136. Refer to FRONT SEATS, INSTALLING ON THE Fixture For Seat Repair VAS 6136 .
Disconnect the connectors -2 through 5- on the control module -1-.
Scheme 202
Unclip the tabs -arrows- using the 3409.
Carefully remove the control module -1- from the retainers -arrow-.
Scheme 203
Disengage the hooks -2- and -3- on the bracket -4- and remove the control module.
Installing
| WARNING | Follow all safety precautions when working on pyrotechnic components. Refer to GENERAL INFORMATION . Before handling pyrotechnical components (for example, connecting electrical connector), the person handling them must discharge static electricity. For example, by briefly touching the door striker pin. |
Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following
Note. Make sure the memory seat adjustment control module engages audibly in the retainer. Make sure the connectors are installed all the way in and are secure.
| WARNING | Connect the battery with the ignition switched on. Pyrotechnic components could deploy after connecting the battery if they were not repaired correctly. Individuals must not be inside the vehicle when connecting the battery. |
Connect the battery ground cable with the ignition turned on. Refer to [For engine(s) CAEB, CALA, CCBA] Removal and Installation .
Note. If the airbag indicator lamp -K75- indicates a fault after installation, the DTC memory must be checked, deleted and checked again using the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.
MEMORY SEAT/STEERING COLUMN ADJUSTMENT CONTROL MODULE BRACKET
Removing
| WARNING | Follow all safety precautions when working on pyrotechnic components. Refer to GENERAL INFORMATION . Before handling pyrotechnical components (for example, disconnecting the connector), the person handling them must discharge static electricity. For example, by briefly touching the door striker pin. |
Remove the memory seat adjustment/steering column adjustment control module. Refer to MEMORY SEAT/STEERING COLUMN ADJUSTMENT CONTROL MODULE .
Press the pin -2- toward the upholster and out of the clip -arrow A- on the bracket -1-, for example using an upholstery needle.
Scheme 204
Remove the pin -2- from the seat pan.
Remove the bracket support base -2- from the seat pan upper frame.
Scheme 205
Unclip the clip -arrow A- at the seat pan upper frame -1-.
Disengage the retaining tabs -arrow B- (quantity: 2).
Carefully remove the bracket in the direction of the -arrow- from the seat pan.
Remove the bracket from the seat pan.
Installing
| WARNING | Follow all safety precautions when working on pyrotechnic components. Refer to GENERAL INFORMATION . Before handling pyrotechnical components (for example, connecting electrical connector), the person handling them must discharge static electricity. For example, by briefly touching the door striker pin. |
Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following
Note. Make sure the connectors are installed all the way in and are secure.
| WARNING | Connect the battery with the ignition switched on. Pyrotechnic components could deploy after connecting the battery if they were not repaired correctly. Individuals must not be inside the vehicle when connecting the battery. |
Connect the battery ground cable with the ignition turned on. Refer to [For engine(s) CAEB, CALA, CCBA] Removal and Installation .
Note. If the airbag indicator lamp -K75- indicates a fault after installation, the DTC memory must be checked, deleted and checked again using the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.
The following describes the modular wiring for a manual standard front seat. It is similar for a power standard front seat.
Note. The headrests can be removed with the front seats installed. The release button is located on the outer left of the driver seat and inner left of the passenger seat.
Removing
Scheme 206
Remove backrest panel
- Two section backrest cover. Refer to «BACKREST COVER (SECTION TWO)»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__backrest-cover-section-two) .
- One section backrest cover. Refer to «BACKREST COVER (SECTION ONE)»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__backrest-cover-section-one) .
Unclip the cable tie clip -3- on the backrest frame -1-.
Disconnect the connector -2-.
Reach under the backrest cover and find the release button pressure point -3-.
Press the release button forward in the direction of the -arrow-.
Hold release button -3- down in this position.
Pull headrest -2- up out of guides -1- and -4-.
| CAUTION | When removing the headrest, make sure the connector on the headrest side does not get stuck in the headrest guides or in the fixed cover cap. |
Scheme 207
When removing the headrest -1-, guide the wire with the connector -4- through the headrest guide -3-.
1 - Headrest
2 - Backrest frame
3 - Headrest guide
4 - Wire with connector
Installing
Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following
When installing the headrest, the release button -3- must not be pressed in.
POWER STANDARD FRONT SEAT
Note. Removal and installation is described for the driver seat. The passenger seat is similar.
Removing
| WARNING | Follow all safety precautions when working on pyrotechnic components. Refer to GENERAL INFORMATION . Before handling pyrotechnical components (for example, disconnecting the connector), the person handling them must discharge static electricity. For example, by briefly touching the door striker pin. |
Remove the front belt anchor. Refer to FRONT BELT END FITTING .
Move the seat into its service position. Refer to FRONT SEATS, BRINGING INTO THE SERVICE POSITION .
Remove the front bolts -1- (quantity 2) to the console -4-.
Operate seat forward/back adjuster and move the seat -2- as far forward as possible.
Remove the rear bolts -1- (quantity 2) to the console -3-.
Turn on the ignition.
Disconnect the battery ground cable from the battery with the ignition on. Refer to [For engine(s) CAEB, CALA, CCBA] Removal and Installation .
| WARNING | Before handling airbag components (for example, disconnecting the electrical connector), the relevant person must discharge static electricity. This can be done by touching the door striker, for example. |
Disconnect the connectors at the connector station in the floor panel. Refer to DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING THE HARNESS CONNECTORS .
Connect VAS 6281. Refer to Airbag Adapter VAS 6281 CONNECTING .
Raise the front seat with a 2nd technician and remove it from the vehicle.
Installing
| WARNING | Follow all safety precautions when working on pyrotechnic components. Refer to GENERAL INFORMATION . Before handling pyrotechnical components (for example, connecting electrical connector), the person handling them must discharge static electricity. For example, by briefly touching the door striker pin. |
Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following
Remove the VAS 6281 only after installing the front seat. Refer to Airbag Adapter VAS 6281 CONNECTING .
Note. Make sure the connectors are installed all the way in and are secure.
Connect the connectors to the connectors of the connector station in the floor. Refer to DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING THE HARNESS CONNECTORS .
| WARNING | Connect the battery with the ignition switched on. Pyrotechnic components could deploy after connecting the battery if they were not repaired correctly. Individuals must not be inside the vehicle when connecting the battery. |
Connect the battery ground cable with the ignition turned on. Refer to [For engine(s) CAEB, CALA, CCBA] Removal and Installation .
Note. If the airbag indicator lamp -K75- indicates a fault after installation, the DTC memory must be checked, deleted and checked again using the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.
RIGHT FRONT SEAT VENTILATION CONTROL MODULE (SEAT HEATER INTEGRATED) -J799- / -J800
Special tools and workshop equipment required
- Trim Removal Wedge 3409
Removing
| WARNING | Follow all safety precautions when working on pyrotechnic components. Refer to GENERAL INFORMATION . Before handling pyrotechnical components (for example, disconnecting the connector), the person handling them must discharge static electricity. For example, by briefly touching the door striker pin. |
Turn on the ignition.
Disconnect the battery ground cable from the battery with the ignition on. Refer to [For engine(s) CAEB, CALA, CCBA] Removal and Installation .
Remove the front seat
- Standard seat and Sport seat (manual). Refer to «MANUAL STANDARD FRONT SEAT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__manual-standard-front-seat) .
Attach the front seat to the VAS 6136 FRONT SEATS, INSTALLING ON THE Fixture For Seat Repair VAS 6136 .
Disconnect the connector -2- right front seat ventilation control module -J799- / -J800- -1- by pressing the release -arrow-.
Scheme 208
Release the retaining strap -arrow 1- using the 3409.
Scheme 209
Pivot the control module downward -arrow 2-.
Release the tab on the control module -arrow 3- on the mount.
Remove the control module.
Installing
| WARNING | Follow all safety precautions when working on pyrotechnic components. Refer to GENERAL INFORMATION . Before handling pyrotechnical components (for example, connecting electrical connector), the person handling them must discharge static electricity. For example, by briefly touching the door striker pin. |
Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following
Note. Make sure the memory seat adjustment control module engages audibly in the retainer. Make sure the connectors are installed all the way in and are secure.
| WARNING | Connect the battery with the ignition switched on. Pyrotechnic components could deploy after connecting the battery if they were not repaired correctly. Individuals must not be inside the vehicle when connecting the battery. |
Connect the battery ground cable with the ignition turned on. Refer to [For engine(s) CAEB, CALA, CCBA] Removal and Installation .
Note. If the airbag indicator lamp -K75- indicates a fault after installation, the DTC memory must be checked, deleted and checked again using the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.
The following describes the removal and installation of a manual standard front seat. The procedure is similar for a power standard front seat.
Removing
| WARNING | Follow all safety precautions when working on pyrotechnic components. Refer to GENERAL INFORMATION . Before handling pyrotechnical components (for example, disconnecting the connector), the person handling them must discharge static electricity. For example, by briefly touching the door striker pin. |
Remove the front seat
- Standard and sport power seat, comfort seat and super sport seat. Refer to «POWER STANDARD FRONT SEAT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__power-standard-front-seat) .
Attach the front seat to the VAS 6136 FRONT SEATS, INSTALLING ON THE Fixture For Seat Repair VAS 6136 .
Disconnect electrical harness connector -3- on seat angle adjustment motor -4-.
Scheme 210
Remove the bolt -2- for the adjustment spindle -5- (preset by the manufacturer).
Do not damage the bushing -1- inserted in the bearing area -2- when removing the bolt.
| CAUTION | The bushings cannot be replaced with workshop materials. If the bushings are damaged, replace the corresponding components. |
Remove the bolts -1-.
Remove the seat angle adjustment motor from the front seat.
Installing
| WARNING | Follow all safety precautions when working on pyrotechnic components. Refer to GENERAL INFORMATION . Before handling pyrotechnical components (for example, connecting electrical connector), the person handling them must discharge static electricity. For example, by briefly touching the door striker pin. |
Clean the threaded bolt holes for self-locking nuts, for example using a thread tap.
Replace all self-locking bolts.
Do not damage bushing -1- when inserting the bolt.
| CAUTION | The bushings cannot be replaced with workshop materials. If the bushings are damaged, replace the corresponding components. |
Installation is performed in reverse order of removal, noting the following
Note. Make sure the connectors are installed all the way in and are secure.
| WARNING | Connect the battery with the ignition switched on. Pyrotechnic components could deploy after connecting the battery if they were not repaired correctly. Individuals must not be inside the vehicle when connecting the battery. |
Connect the battery ground cable with the ignition turned on. Refer to [For engine(s) CAEB, CALA, CCBA] Removal and Installation .
Note. If the airbag indicator lamp -K75- indicates a fault after installation, the DTC memory must be checked, deleted and checked again using the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.
Removing
Scheme 211
Remove tunnel side trim panel. Refer to TRIM, SILL SIDE .
Disengage the wire from the bracket -6-.
Disconnect the connector -7-.
Remove the backrest and headrest adjustment control -3-. Refer to BACKREST AND HEADREST ADJUSTMENT ACTUATOR .
Remove the seat adjustment control head -4-. Refer to SEAT ADJUSTMENT CONTROL SWITCH .
Remove the bolts -5-.
Remove the control head -1- from the sill side trim -2-.
Installing
Install in reverse order of removal.
SEAT ADJUSTMENT CONTROL SWITCH
The seat adjustment controls consist of
- Driver seat forward/back adjustment switch -E363- or front passenger seat forward/back adjustment switch -E64
- Driver seat angle adjustment switch -E222- or front passenger seat angle adjustment switch -E334
- Driver seat height adjustment switch -E364- or front passenger seat height adjustment switch -E365
Note. The seat adjustment actuator can be removed and installed with the front seat installed.
Special tools and workshop equipment required
- Trim Removal Wedge 3409
Removing
Scheme 212
Pry the seat adjustment actuator -1- from the retainer using a 3409.
Installing
Install in reverse order of removal.
Note. There are different upper seat frames: with and without a seat depth adjuster. A seat pan without seat depth adjuster is used for describing taking the seat pan apart and putting it back together. The procedure is similar for taking a seat pan that has a seat depth adjuster apart and putting it back together. When removing the seat pan, make sure the bushings in the bearing points (upper and lower frame threaded connection) are not damaged. These bushing cannot be replaced with workshop materials. The upper and lower frames of the seat pan cannot be separated on the following front seats: manual standard seat and manual sport seat. The upper and lower seat pan frames can be separated from each other and replaced individually on the following front seats: power Standard seat, power Sport seat, Comfort seat and Super Sport seat.
Seat Pan, Disassembling
| WARNING | Follow all safety precautions when working on pyrotechnic components. Refer to GENERAL INFORMATION . Before handling pyrotechnical components (for example, disconnecting the connector), the person handling them must discharge static electricity. For example, by briefly touching the door striker pin. |
Move the front seat as far up as possible to keep the torsion bar tension as low as possible.
Remove the front seat
- Standard and sport power seat, comfort seat and super sport seat. Refer to «POWER STANDARD FRONT SEAT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__power-standard-front-seat) .
Remove the front backrest. Refer to BACKREST FRONT .
Remove the seat pan upholstery.
- Power standard seat and comfort seat. Refer to «COVER AND PADDING, LOWER SEAT FRAME WITHOUT SEAT DEPTH ADJUSTER»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-upholstery-covers-sedan__cover-and-padding-lower-seat-frame) .
- Power sport seat. Refer to «COVER AND PADDING, LOWER SEAT FRAME WITH SEAT DEPTH ADJUSTER»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-upholstery-covers-sedan__cover-and-padding-lower-seat-frame) .
Scheme 213
Disconnect the electrical connector on the seat forward/back adjustment motor.
Remove the torsion bar. Refer to TORSION BAR .
Remove bolts -2- (quantity: 4).
Remove the screw -3-.
Remove the upper frame -1- upward from the lower frame -4-.
Be careful of bushings -1- in the bearing locations on seat pan lower frame -2-.
Scheme 214
| CAUTION | Do not damage bushings -1- inserted in all bearing points when separating or disassembling upper and lower frame. The bushings cannot be replaced with workshop materials. If the bushings are damaged, replace the corresponding components. |
Upper Seat Frame, Replacing
Note. If the upper frame will be replaced, remove the wires and electrical and electronic components listed and install them in the new upper frame.
Separate the upper and lower frames. Refer to Upper and Lower Frames, Separating .
Remove the bracket with the memory seat adjustment control module. Refer to MEMORY SEAT/STEERING COLUMN ADJUSTMENT CONTROL MODULE BRACKET and MEMORY SEAT/STEERING COLUMN ADJUSTMENT CONTROL MODULE .
Remove the seat height adjustment motor. Refer to HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT MOTOR .
Remove the seat angle adjustment motor. Refer to SEAT ANGLE ADJUSTMENT MOTOR .
Remove the seat position sensor. Refer to
- «SEAT POSITION SENSOR, WITH SEAT OCCUPIED SENSOR FOR BELT FASTENING DETECTION»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/airbag/#passenger-protection-airbags-seat-belts-sedan__seat-position-sensor-with-seat-occupied) .
- «SEAT POSITION SENSOR, WITH SEAT OCCUPIED SENSOR FOR PASSENGER AIRBAG DEACTIVATION»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/airbag/#passenger-protection-airbags-seat-belts-sedan__seat-position-sensor-with-seat-occupied) .
Remove wiring harnesses and individual wires from seat pan upper frame.
Install the removed electrical and electronic components and wires in the new upper frame.
Install in reverse order of removal.
Lower Frame, Replacing
Note. If the lower frame will be replaced, remove the seat position sensor and install it in the new lower frame.
Separate the upper and lower frames. Refer to Upper and Lower Frames, Separating .
Remove the seat position sensor. Refer to
- «SEAT POSITION SENSOR, WITH SEAT OCCUPIED SENSOR FOR BELT FASTENING DETECTION»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/airbag/#passenger-protection-airbags-seat-belts-sedan__seat-position-sensor-with-seat-occupied) .
- «SEAT POSITION SENSOR, WITH SEAT OCCUPIED SENSOR FOR PASSENGER AIRBAG DEACTIVATION»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/airbag/#passenger-protection-airbags-seat-belts-sedan__seat-position-sensor-with-seat-occupied) .
Disconnect the electrical connector on the seat forward/back adjustment motor.
Install the removed electrical and electronic components and wires in the new lower frame.
Seat Pan, Assembling
Assembly of the seat pan is performed in the reverse order of removal. When doing so, note the following
| WARNING | Follow all safety precautions when working on pyrotechnic components. Refer to GENERAL INFORMATION . Before handling pyrotechnical components (for example, connecting electrical connector), the person handling them must discharge static electricity. For example, by briefly touching the door striker pin. |
Note. Make sure the connectors are installed all the way in and are secure.
| WARNING | Connect the battery with the ignition switched on. Pyrotechnic components could deploy after connecting the battery if they were not repaired correctly. Individuals must not be inside the vehicle when connecting the battery. |
Connect the battery ground cable with the ignition turned on. Refer to [For engine(s) CAEB, CALA, CCBA] Removal and Installation .
Note. If the airbag indicator lamp -K75- indicates a fault after installation, the DTC memory must be checked, deleted and checked again using the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.
The seat position sensor removal and installation procedure is similar on all seat versions. Refer to
- The following describes the removal and installation of a manual standard front seat. The procedure is similar for a power standard front seat.
- The removal and installation procedure for the seat rail covers is described on the driver seat sill side seat rail. Removing and installing the cover on the tunnel side is similar.
Note. The following describes removing and installing the seat rail (sill-side) from the driver seat. For the sake of clarity, the figure does not show the surrounding area.
Special tools and workshop equipment required
- Trim Removal Wedge 3409
Removing
Bring headrest into lowest lock position.
Move seat as far back and up as possible.
Pry the spindle cover -1- from the seat rail cover -2- and seat forward/back adjustment spindle using the 3409.
Installing
Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following
Make sure the spindle cover is engaged correctly.
Removing
Scheme 215
Remove tunnel side trim panel. Refer to TRIM, SILL SIDE .
Remove bolts -3- (quantity: 4).
Remove the bracket -1- from the front seat -2-. Remove any cable ties from the retaining bracket.
Installing
Install in reverse order of removal.
Removing
| WARNING | Follow all safety precautions when working on pyrotechnic components. Refer to GENERAL INFORMATION . Before handling pyrotechnical components (for example, disconnecting the connector), the person handling them must discharge static electricity. For example, by briefly touching the door striker pin. |
Remove the front seat
- Standard seat and sport seat (manual). Refer to «MANUAL STANDARD FRONT SEAT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__manual-standard-front-seat) .
- Standard and sport power seat, comfort seat and super sport seat. Refer to «POWER STANDARD FRONT SEAT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__power-standard-front-seat) .
Attach the front seat to the VAS 6136 FRONT SEATS, INSTALLING ON THE Fixture For Seat Repair VAS 6136 .
Open the storage compartment -1- and remove the bolts -2-.
Scheme 216
Release the tab -arrow- on the storage compartment -2- and remove the storage compartment downward from the sill-side trim -1-.
Scheme 217
Push the storage compartment -1- in the direction of the -arrow- and disengage the retainer -lower arrow- from the upper seat frame -2-.
Scheme 218
Remove the storage compartment from the seat pan upper frame.
Installing
| WARNING | Follow all safety precautions when working on pyrotechnic components. Refer to GENERAL INFORMATION . Before handling pyrotechnical components (for example, connecting electrical connector), the person handling them must discharge static electricity. For example, by briefly touching the door striker pin. |
Installation is in reverse order of removal. Be sure to note the following
Note. Make sure the connectors are installed all the way in and are secure.
| WARNING | Connect the battery with the ignition switched on. Pyrotechnic components could deploy after connecting the battery if they were not repaired correctly. Individuals must not be inside the vehicle when connecting the battery. |
Connect the battery ground cable with the ignition turned on. Refer to [For engine(s) CAEB, CALA, CCBA] Removal and Installation .
Note. If the airbag indicator lamp -K75- indicates a fault after installation, the DTC memory must be checked, deleted and checked again using the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.
The following describes the removal and installation of a manual standard front seat. The procedure is similar for a power standard front seat.
The following describes the removal and installation of a manual standard front seat. The procedure is similar for a power standard front seat.
Note. Removal and installation can be performed with the front seat installed.
Removing
Scheme 219
Bring seat as far up as possible.
Remove the expanding rivet -2- from the sill-side trim -1-.
Open the clip -3-.
Scheme 220
Unclip trim -1- on retaining bracket -2-.
Disengage trim in seat/backrest stop area.
Note. Ensure bracket -4- is not damaged when removing trim.
Release the catch -arrow- on the storage compartment -2- and remove the sill-side trim -1- upward.
Pull the sill-side trim slightly forward off the bracket and remove it upward.
Pull the trim as far up from the retaining bracket as the electrical wires allow.
Disconnect the connectors
Scheme 221
- Seat adjustment control head assembly -E470- / -E471
- Lumbar support adjustment switch -E176- / -E177
Free up electrical wire on the bracket -3-.
Remove sill side trim.
Installing
Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following
Note. Make sure the connectors are installed all the way in and are secure. Make sure the sill side trim is engaged correctly on retaining bracket and lock clip is closed. Make sure that the wires are as close as possible to the connectors.
- Removal and installation can only be performed with the front seat removed.
- The following describes the removal and installation of a manual standard front seat. The procedure is similar for a power standard front seat.
Connecting the airbag adapter on the manual standard front seat is described here. The procedure is similar for the super sport front seat.
The following describes removing and installing on the power standard front seat. The procedure is identical on the super sport front seat.
The following describes the removal and installation of a manual standard front seat. The procedure is similar for a comfort front seat.
Refer to BACKREST COVER (SECTION TWO) for the two-section backrest cover and BACKREST COVER (SECTION ONE) for the one-section backrest cover.
The following describes removing and installing on the power standard front seat. The procedure is identical on the super sport front seat.
The following describes the removal and installation of a manual standard front seat. The procedure is similar for a comfort front seat.
The following describes removing and installing on the power standard front seat. The procedure is identical on the super sport front seat.
The following describes disconnecting and connecting the connectors on the manual standard front seat. The procedure is similar for the super sport front seat.
The following describes the removal and installation of a manual standard front seat. The procedure is similar for a comfort front seat.
FORWARD/BACK ADJUSTMENT MOTOR OR CONTROL MODULE
The removal is described for the power standard front seat. The procedure is identical on the super sport front seat.
The following describes removing and installing on the power standard front seat. The procedure is identical on the super sport front seat.
The following describes removing and installing on the power standard front seat. The procedure is identical on the super sport front seat.
Removing
| WARNING | Follow all safety precautions when working on pyrotechnic components. Refer to GENERAL INFORMATION . Before handling airbag units (for example, when disconnecting the harness connector), the person handling them must discharge static electricity. For example, by briefly touching the door striker pin. |
Remove the front seat. Refer to POWER STANDARD FRONT SEAT .
Attach the front seat to the VAS 6136. Refer to FRONT SEATS, INSTALLING ON THE Fixture For Seat Repair VAS 6136 .
Remove backrest panel
- Two section backrest cover. Refer to «BACKREST COVER (SECTION TWO)»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__backrest-cover-section-two) .
- One section backrest cover. Refer to «BACKREST COVER (SECTION ONE)»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-frames-sedan__backrest-cover-section-one) .
Remove the cover and upholstery/headrest from the backrest BACKREST COVER AND PADDING, SUPER SPORT SEAT .
Headrest guide without release button
Press the retaining tabs -arrows- on the headrest guide toward the center of the headrest guide.
Hold the retaining tabs -arrows- down.
Pull headrest guide -1- upward out of backrest frame -2-.
Headrest guide with release button
Press the retaining tabs -arrows- on the headrest guide toward the center of the headrest guide.
Hold the retaining tabs -arrows- down.
Pull headrest guide -1- upward out of backrest frame -2-.
Installing
| WARNING | Follow all safety precautions when working on pyrotechnic components. Refer to GENERAL INFORMATION . Before handling pyrotechnical components (for example, connecting electrical connector), the person handling them must discharge static electricity. For example, by briefly touching the door striker pin. |
Installation is performed in the reverse of removal, but note the following
Headrest guide without release button
Note. When sliding the headrest guide -1- in, make sure the tab -3- engages correctly on the backrest frame -2-. Ensure retaining tabs -arrows- are engaged in the backrest frame correctly.
Headrest guide with release button
Note. When sliding the headrest guide -1- in, make sure the tab -3- engages correctly on the backrest frame -2-. Ensure retaining tabs -arrows- are engaged in the backrest frame correctly.
Continuation for headrest guide without and with release button
Note. Make sure the connectors are installed all the way in and are secure.
| WARNING | Connect the battery with the ignition switched on. Pyrotechnic components could deploy after connecting the battery if they were not repaired correctly. Individuals must not be inside the vehicle when connecting the battery. |
Connect the battery ground cable with the ignition turned on. Refer to [For engine(s) CAEB, CALA, CCBA] Removal and Installation .
Note. If the airbag indicator lamp -K75- indicates a fault after installation, the DTC memory must be checked, deleted and checked again using the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.
HEADREST UPHOLSTERY, WITH LOCKING MECHANISM
The headrest with slide-in locking mechanism is a fixed component of the backrest upholstery. It is not possible to separate the upholstery and the headrest. Removal and installation of the backrest cover and upholstery/headrest
The following describes removing and installing on the power standard front seat. The procedure is identical on the super sport front seat.
The following describes removing and installing on the manual standard front seat. The procedure is identical on the super sport front seat.
The following describes removing and installing on the power standard front seat. The procedure is identical on the super sport front seat.
The following describes removing and installing on the power standard front seat. The procedure is identical on the super sport front seat.
The modular wiring is described for a manual standard front seat. It is similar for the super sport front seat.
The following describes removing and installing on the power standard front seat. The procedure is identical on the super sport front seat.
The following describes removing and installing on the power standard front seat. The procedure is identical on the super sport front seat.
The following describes removing and installing on the power standard front seat. The procedure is identical on the super sport front seat.
The following describes removing and installing the manual sport front seat. The procedure is identical on the super sport front seat.
SEAT FORWARD/BACK ADJUSTMENT MOTOR
The following describes removing and installing on the power standard front seat. The procedure is identical on the super sport front seat.
The disassembling and assembling procedure is described for a power standard front seat. The procedure is similar for the super sport front seat.
The seat position sensor removal and installation procedure is similar on all seat versions.
- The following describes the removal and installation of a manual standard front seat. The procedure is similar for a comfort front seat.
- The removal and installation procedure for the seat rail covers is described on the driver seat sill side seat rail. Removing and installing the cover on the tunnel side is similar.
The following describes removing and installing on the power standard front seat. The procedure is identical on the super sport front seat.
The following describes removing and installing on the power standard front seat. The procedure is identical on the super sport front seat.
The following describes removing and installing on the power standard front seat. The procedure is identical on the super sport front seat.
SUPER SPORT FRONT SEAT
The following describes removing and installing on the power standard front seat. The procedure is identical on the super sport front seat.
The following describes the removal and installation of a manual standard front seat. The procedure is similar for a comfort front seat.
The following describes the removal and installation of a manual standard front seat. The procedure is similar for a comfort front seat.
The following describes removing and installing on a standard front seat. The procedure is identical on the super sport front seat.
- Removal and installation can only be performed with the front seat removed.
- The following describes the removal and installation of a manual standard front seat. The procedure is similar for a comfort front seat.
Removing
Scheme 222
Remove center armrest. Refer to CENTER ARMREST, SPLIT BACKREST .
Remove the backrest trim. Refer to BACKREST TRIM .
Remove the screws -2- and -3- on the backrest cover -1-.
Press the tabs -arrows- far enough in the direction of the -arrow- until the retaining tabs disengage from the retainer -1- on the bracket -2- disengage.
Scheme 223
Remove the backrest cover -1- in the direction of the -arrow- from the bracket -4-.
Remove the backrest cover.
Installing
Install in reverse order of removal.
BACKREST COVER TRIM
Removing and installing the cover for the "backrest cover with trim" is similar to removing and installing "storage compartment (backrest cover with lockable cover)".
BACKREST COVER, FIXED REAR SEAT BACKREST
Removing
Scheme 224
Remove the center armrest, bracket and hinges. Refer to CENTER ARMREST, BRACKET AND HINGES, FIXED REAR SEAT BACKREST .
Remove the center armrest from the bracket and hinges. Refer to CENTER ARMREST, FIXED REAR SEAT BACKREST .
Remove the backrest trim. Refer to BACKREST TRIM, FIXED REAR SEAT BACKREST .
Remove the bolts -3-.
Disengage the lower left and right strap -5- on the bracket.
Lift the guides -4- using a screwdriver and at the same time, remove the backrest cover -2- in the direction of the -arrow- upward from the bracket -1-.
Installing
Install in reverse order of removal.
BACKREST LOCK
Note. The removal and installation procedure is described on the left lock. It is similar for the right lock.
Removing
Remove the seat bench. Refer to BENCH SEAT .
Remove the rear seat backrest. Refer to DIVIDED BACKREST .
Remove the headrests. Refer to HEADREST .
Remove the cover with the upholstery. Refer to
- «BACKREST WITH PASS-THROUGH»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-upholstery-covers-sedan__backrest-with-pass-through) .
- «BACKREST WITH COVER OR STORAGE COMPARTMENT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-upholstery-covers-sedan__backrest-with-cover-or-storage-compartment) .
Remove bolts -3- (quantity: 2).
Scheme 225
Remove the lock -2- from the backrest shell -1-.
Installing
Install in reverse order of removal.
BACKREST TRIM
Removing
Scheme 226
Remove the center armrest -3-. Refer to CENTER ARMREST, SPLIT BACKREST .
Push the padding and cover -1- to the side the remove the screw -4- for the backrest trim -2-.
Hold the backrest trim -2- by the lower edge and pull it as far as possible in the direction of the -arrow- off the backrest cover -1-.
Scheme 227
Disengage the retaining tabs -4- and -5-.
Note. Ignore -3-.
Remove the backrest trim -1- in the direction of the -arrow- from the backrest cover -2- and unhook the upper hooks -top arrows-.
Scheme 228
Remove the backrest trim.
Installing
| CAUTION | The hooks on the upper side of the backrest trim can get damaged during removal. |
Check the backrest trim -1- around the hooks -top arrows- for damage; if necessary, replace them.
Further installation is performed in the reverse order of removal.
BACKREST TRIM, FIXED REAR SEAT BACKREST
Special tools and workshop equipment required
- Trim Removal Wedge 3409
Removing
Scheme 229
Remove the center armrest, bracket and hinges. Refer to CENTER ARMREST, BRACKET AND HINGES, FIXED REAR SEAT BACKREST .
Remove the center armrest from the bracket and hinges. Refer to CENTER ARMREST, FIXED REAR SEAT BACKREST .
Remove the backrest trim screw -5-.
Release the tabs for the lower side backrest trim -2- using the 3409 on the backrest cover -1-.
Remove the backrest trim from the cover -arrows- and unhook the hooks -3- and -4-.
Remove the backrest trim.
Installing
Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following
| CAUTION | The hooks on the upper side of the backrest trim can get damaged during removal. |
Check the backrest trim -1- around the hooks -3- and -4- for damage and replace if necessary.
Further installation is performed in the reverse order of removal.
BENCH SEAT
Removing
Scheme 230
Move the front seats as far forward as possible.
Remove the LATCH child seat anchor cover (quantity: 4) -1- from the anchors -2-.
Reach under the seat bench frame with both hands on one side of the seat -arrows A-.
Scheme 231
Pull bench seat -1- up forcefully with both hands -A arrows- so that wire hooks -2- disengage from mounting grommet -3-.
Repeat the procedure on the other side -B arrows-.
Vehicles with seat heating: disconnect the seat heating connector
Remove the bench seat from the vehicle.
Installing
Note. The floor panel into which the mounting grommets are inserted must be checked after every disassembly of the bench seat and be readjusted in the case of deformation. The wire frame of the bench seat must be checked after every disassembly and be readjusted in the case of deformation. The mounting grommets must be replaced each time the bench seat is removed.
Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following
Scheme 232
Check the floor panel for deformation and adjust if necessary. Refer to FLOOR PANEL FOR BENCH SEAT MOUNTING GROMMETS AND WIRE FRAME, CHECKING AND ALIGNING .
Check the wire frame for deformation and adjust if necessary. Refer to FLOOR PANEL FOR BENCH SEAT MOUNTING GROMMETS AND WIRE FRAME, CHECKING AND ALIGNING .
Lift floor covering -3- and press in new mounting grommets -2- until they engage audibly in body opening -1-.
Place floor covering -3- around grommet -2- as shown.
Note. Floor covering -3- may not be on grommet -2-. Make sure the seat heating electrical collections slide on and engage audibly.
Insert bench seat -1- and press wire frame -2- "firmly" into grommets -3-.
Ensure that wire frames -2- are engaged correctly in grommets -3-.
Note. The bench seat must finally be checked for secure fit.
For this purpose, grab with both hands under the seat bench frame on one side of the seat -A arrows- and pull evenly not "abruptly" upward with a force of approximately. 100 to 150 N "i.e. - approximately 10 to 15 kg (22 to 33 lb)".
Repeat the procedure on the other side -B arrows-.
Note. The bench seat must NOT disengage from the grommets.
If the bench seat does disengage, the entire procedure must be repeated. Refer to BENCH SEAT .
BENCH SEAT WITH CENTER STORAGE COMPARTMENT
Removing and installing the one-piece seat bench is described. It is similar for the seat bench with center storage. The center storage is removed or installed with the seat bench.
BRACKET, CENTER
Removing
Scheme 233
Note. The rear seat backrest only needs to be disengaged from the mounts to remove and install the center bracket.
Remove the seat bench. Refer to BENCH SEAT .
Remove the 2/3 (right side) and 1/3 (left side) backrests. Refer to DIVIDED BACKREST .
Remove bolts -1- (quantity: 4).
Remove the center bracket -2- from the underbody -3-.
Installing
Install in reverse order of removal.
BRACKET, INNER
Removing
Remove the 2/3 (right side) and 1/3 (left side) backrests. Refer to DIVIDED BACKREST .
Pry the cover disc off -4-.
Note. The illustration does not show the upholstery with the cover.
Remove screws -3- from the backrest shell -1-.
Remove the grommet -2- from the bolt.
Installing
Install in reverse order of removal.
Tightening specifications (Scheme 113)
BRACKET, OUTER
Special tools and workshop equipment required
- Trim Removal Wedge 3409
Removing
Scheme 234
Remove the 2/3 (right side) or 1/3 (left side) backrests DIVIDED BACKREST .
Unclip the mount -2- from the backrest -1-.
| CAUTION | Make sure the backrest cover is not damaged when unclipping the mount. |
Installing
Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following
Make sure all retaining tabs -arrow- engage completely in the mount -3- on the backrest -1-.
BRACKET, SECURING
Removing
Scheme 235
Remove the seat bench. Refer to BENCH SEAT .
Remove the center bracket cover -5-. Refer to CENTER STORAGE COMPARTMENT COVER .
Remove the screw -4-.
Remove the securing bracket -3- from the center bracket -2-.
Installing
Install in reverse order of removal.
BRACKET WITH HINGES, LOCKABLE STORAGE COMPARTMENT
Special tools and workshop equipment required
- Special Pop Rivet Pliers V.A.G 1753A
- Drill
- Protective eyewear
Removing
Scheme 236
Remove center armrest. Refer to CENTER ARMREST, SPLIT BACKREST .
Remove the storage compartment. Refer to LOCKABLE ARMREST STORAGE COMPARTMENT .
Note. Place plastic film between the bench seat and backrest to protect against metal shavings.
| WARNING | Risk of injury! Wear protective eyewear. |
Drill out rivet -3-.
Remove the nuts -4- (quantity: 2).
Remove the bracket -1- from the threaded pins -5- and pull it out of the profile -2- in the direction of the -arrow-.
Installing
Install in reverse order of removal.
BRACKET WITH HINGES, NON-LOCKING COVER
Special tools and workshop equipment required
- Special Pop Rivet Pliers V.A.G 1753A
- Drill
- Protective eyewear
Removing
Remove center armrest. Refer to CENTER ARMREST, SPLIT BACKREST .
Remove the backrest trim. Refer to BACKREST TRIM .
Remove the backrest cover. Refer to BACKREST COVER .
Note. Place plastic film between the bench seat and backrest to protect against metal shavings.
| WARNING | Risk of injury! Wear protective eyewear. |
Drill out rivet -3-.
Remove the nuts -4- (quantity: 2).
Remove the bracket -1- from the threaded pins -5- and pull it out of the profile -2- in the direction of the -arrow-.
Installing
Install in reverse order of removal.
CENTER ARMREST, FIXED REAR SEAT BACKREST
Removing
Scheme 237
Fold up center armrest -1- to 2 / 3 .
Push the backrest cushion toward the rear and remove the screws -arrows- (quantity 4).
Remove the center armrest from the bracket -2-.
Installing
Install in reverse order of removal.
CENTER ARMREST, BRACKET AND HINGES, FIXED REAR SEAT BACKREST
Removing
Scheme 238
Remove the rear panel trim panel. Refer to REAR BULKHEAD TRIM, FIXED REAR SEAT BACKREST .
Remove the right and left bracket nuts -3- evenly.
Fold the center armrest -1- 2 / 3 up and remove the screws -4-.
Remove the center armrest, the bracket and hinges from the rear seat backrest.
Installing
Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following
Tighten the right and left bracket nuts -3- alternating sides.
CENTER ARMREST, PASS-THROUGH
Removing
Scheme 239
Fold center armrest up.
Open the pass-through cover -1-.
Remove the bolts -arrows-.
Remove the center armrest with the pass-through cover.
Installing
Install in reverse order of removal.
CENTER ARMREST, SPLIT BACKREST
Removing
Scheme 240
Fold up center armrest -2- to 2 / 3 .
Remove the bolts -arrows- (quantity: 4).
Remove the center armrest from the storage compartment -1-.
Installing
Install in reverse order of removal.
CENTER ARMREST COVER, PASS-THROUGH
Removing
Scheme 241
Fold up center armrest -1- to 2 / 3 .
Remove the bolts -arrows-.
Remove the center armrest from the pass-through cover -2-.
Installing
Install in reverse order of removal.
CENTER ARMREST COVER, SPLIT BACKREST
Removing and installing the backrest cover with trim is similar to removing and installing the center armrest with storage compartment (backrest with lockable cover).
CENTER STORAGE COMPARTMENT
Removing
Scheme 242
Remove the seat bench. Refer to BENCH SEAT .
Disengage the molding -2- from the channel -arrow- in the center storage compartment -1- at the rear and both sides.
Unclip the center storage compartment -2- at the seat bench frame -1- -arrows-.
Scheme 243
Pull the center storage compartment forward and disengage the tabs at seat bench frame -1-.
Remove the center storage compartment from the seat bench frame.
Installing
Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following
When installing, make sure all the tabs slide onto the seat bench frame and the center storage compartment engages completely.
When engaging the cover in the center storage compartment channel, begin at the center of the rear.
Align the cover molding to the center storage compartment and then clip the cover into the center storage compartment channel.
Do the same on the other sides of the cover.
Make sure the covers are secured on the center storage compartment without wrinkles.
CENTER STORAGE COMPARTMENT COVER
Special tools and workshop equipment required
- Trim Removal Wedge 3409
Removing
Scheme 244
Remove the seat bench. Refer to BENCH SEAT .
Unclip the side retainers -A arrows- on the cover -1-.
Remove the cover in the direction of the -arrow- from the center bracket -2-.
Disengage the hooks -arrow B- from the opening -arrow C-.
Installing
Install in reverse order of removal.
COVER FRAME
Special tools and workshop equipment required
- Release Lever T10039
Removing
Scheme 245
Open the pass-through.
Pry the cover frame -2- off the rear seat backrest -1- using the T10039.
Begin prying in the upper left corner -arrow- and then continue moving in the direction of the -arrow-.
Installing
Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following
Make sure the cover frame engages completely in the rear seat backrest.
CUPHOLDER
Removing
Scheme 246
Remove the cupholder trim CUPHOLDER TRIM .
Open the cupholder cover -1-.
Press the clamp -3- on one side in the direction of the -arrow- using a screwdriver and carefully remove the cupholder trim over the retaining tab -2- from the center armrest.
Proceed the same way on the other side.
Remove the cupholder.
Installing
Install in reverse order of removal.
CUPHOLDER TRIM
Special tools and workshop equipment required
- Trim Removal Wedge 3409
Removing
Scheme 247
Fold the center armrest -1- up.
Unclip the trim -2- using the 3409.
Begin at the bottom edge and release the catches -arrows-.
Then disengage the tabs -3-.
Remove the trim from the center armrest.
Installing
Install in reverse order of removal.
DIVIDED BACKREST
Note. Removing and installing the right 2/3 split backrest is described. It is similar for the left 1/3 backrest.
Special tools and workshop equipment required
- Trim Removal Wedge 3409
Removing
Remove the seat bench. Refer to BENCH SEAT .
Remove the center rear belt end fitting. Refer to REAR RIGHT SEAT BELT LATCH WITH CENTER REAR BELT ANCHOR .
Vehicles equipped with backrest heating: disconnect the backrest heating harness connector
Versions with rear seat belt tensioner igniter
| WARNING | Follow all safety precautions when working on pyrotechnic components. Refer to GENERAL INFORMATION . Follow all regulations when disposing of pyrotechnic components. Refer to AIRBAG, BELT TENSIONER AND BATTERY CUT-OUT UNITS, STORING, TRANSPORTING AND DISPOSING . |
Turn on the ignition.
Disconnect the battery ground cable from the battery with the ignition on. Refer to [For engine(s) CAEB, CALA, CCBA] Removal and Installation .
| WARNING | Before handling pyrotechnical components (for example, disconnecting the connector), the person handling them must discharge static electricity. For example, by briefly touching the door striker pin. |
Disconnect electrical connectors.
Scheme 248
Push connector lock -2- to stop -arrow- ; this disconnects electrical connection -1- and -3- and it can be removed.
All vehicles
Remove the center bracket cover -5- CENTER STORAGE COMPARTMENT COVER .
Remove the screw -4-.
Remove the securing bracket -3- from the center bracket.
Release the backrest.
Remove the backrest -1- from the center bracket -2-.
Remove the rear seat backrest out of the outer bracket toward the center of vehicle.
Installing
Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following
Versions with rear seat belt tensioner igniter
| WARNING | Follow all safety precautions when working on pyrotechnic components. Refer to GENERAL INFORMATION . Before handling pyrotechnical components (for example, connecting electrical connector), the person handling them must discharge static electricity. For example, by briefly touching the door striker pin. |
Note. Make sure the connectors are installed all the way in and are secure. Make sure the wires do not get caught.
| WARNING | Connect the battery with the ignition switched on. Pyrotechnic components could deploy after connecting the battery if they were not repaired correctly. Individuals must not be inside the vehicle when connecting the battery. |
Connect the battery ground cable with the ignition turned on. Refer to [For engine(s) CAEB, CALA, CCBA] Removal and Installation .
FLOOR PANEL FOR BENCH SEAT MOUNTING GROMMETS AND WIRE FRAME, CHECKING AND ALIGNING
Check and adjust the floor panel.
Check body openings -1- for deformations.
In the case of deformation, readjust the panel with a plastic hammer.
Note. Remaining minor deformation is permissible.
Check and adjust the bench seat wire frame.
Scheme 249
Note. The illustration of the seat foam can deviate from the real bench seat. Regardless of the shape of the seat foam, dimension -a- must be measured between the upper edge of the seat foam and the upper edge of the wire frame.
Place the bench seat with the cover on a clean stable surface.
Check dimension -a- on both sides of the seat bench frame, from the padding to the upper edge of the wire frame. Dimension -a- must be 22 to 28 mm (0.86 to 1.10 in)
If dimension -a- does not meet the specification, the wire frame must be adjusted to meet the specification. For this purpose evenly adjust the wire frame in the area of the -motion arrows-.
HEADREST
Removing
Scheme 250
Press the button -3- for the head restraint height adjustment -2- in the direction of the -arrow- and pull the head restraint -1- out of the backrest -2- until it stops.
Using a small flat-head screwdriver, press the locking spring as far as the stop through the opening -arrow- in the headrest guide -1-.
Scheme 251
Remove the headrest -2- from the backrest -3-.
Installing
Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following
Slide the headrest into the backrest as far as the bottom position.
Check if the headrest locks correctly.
- It must not be possible to pull the headrest back out of the backrest.
Removing
Remove the headrests. Refer to HEADREST .
Remove the cover with upholstery from the backrest shell. Refer to
- «BACKREST WITH PASS-THROUGH»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-upholstery-covers-sedan__backrest-with-pass-through) .
- «BACKREST WITH COVER OR STORAGE COMPARTMENT»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-upholstery-covers-sedan__backrest-with-cover-or-storage-compartment) .
- «FIXED REAR SEAT BACKREST»(/audi/a4/b8-2007-2012/remont/seats/#seat-upholstery-covers-sedan__fixed-rear-seat-backrest) .
Fold the cover with upholstery -1- up until the headrest tube -2- welded into the backrest shell -3- with the headrest guide -4- is visible.
Scheme 252
Press the retaining tab -arrow A- down until the headrest guide is no longer locked.
Note. Ignore -arrow B-.
Pull the head restraint guide upward and out of the head restraint tube.
Installing
Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following
Slide the headrest guide -4- into the headrest tube -2- until the retaining tab -arrow A- engages in the window -arrow B-.
Before continuing the installation of the upholstery and cover, make sure both headrest guides are engaged and cannot be pulled out.
INTERNAL PADDING
Removing
Scheme 253
Remove the center armrest with the pass-through cover. Refer to CENTER ARMREST, PASS-THROUGH .
Release the clips -arrows
Remove the internal upholstery -1- opposite the center armrest.
While removing, swing the internal padding upward at the same time. The retaining hooks -2, 3 and 4- will disengage from their retainers -5 and 6- and out of the opening -7-.
Remove the internal upholstery from the center armrest with the pass-through cover -8-.
Installing
Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following
Fold the internal upholstery -1- down and guide the retaining hooks -2, 3 and 4- into the retainers -5 and 6- and into the cut-out -7-.
Press the bottom side of the internal upholstery onto the clips -arrows- on the pass-through cover.
If the internal upholstery cannot be pressed on, carefully press the clips arrows in using a screwdriver until the upholstery engages in retainer.
LOCK CYLINDER
Removing
Scheme 254
Remove the trim for the retainer with lock cylinder. Refer to LOCK TRIM, WITH LOCK CYLINDER .
Make sure the indicator is in the top position.
| CAUTION | Only remove and install the lock cylinder with the key inserted correctly. If that is not done, the tumblers and compression springs can fall out and the lock cylinder will be ruined. |
Release the retaining tabs -bottom arrows- (quantity: 4) and press the lock cylinder -3- with the key -2- out of the trim -1-.
Note. Ignore the -top arrow-.
Installing
Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following
| CAUTION | Only remove and install the lock cylinder with the key inserted correctly. If that is not done, the tumblers and compression springs can fall out and the lock cylinder will be ruined. Check the installation position when installing the lock cylinder. It is not possible to lock the backrest correctly if the installation position is not correct. |
Slide the lock -2- into the new lock cylinder correctly.
Remove the protective cap -4- from the new lock cylinder -3-.
INSERT THE LOCK CYLINDER -3- INTO THE TRIM -1-, WHEN DOING THIS PAY SPECIAL ATTENTION TO THE POSITION OF THE TAB -TOP ARROW
- Left trim: the tab on the lock cylinder must face forward (direction of travel).
- Right trim: the tab on the lock cylinder must face the rear (direction of travel).
- Also, the lock cylinder must fit correctly into the retainers -lower arrows
Note. The left lock cylinder trim is illustrated.
Install the trim with lock cylinder in the rear seat backrest. Refer to LOCK TRIM, WITH LOCK CYLINDER .
Turn the key 90° counterclockwise.
Lock the backrest.
LOCK TRIM, WITH LOCK CYLINDER
Special tools and workshop equipment required
- Trim Removal Wedge 3409
Removing
Scheme 255
Release the backrest.
Make sure the button -2- is in the "top" position.
Using the 3409 push on the retaining tabs on both sides of the trim, in the direction of the -arrows-.
Pull the trim -1- off the backrest -3-.
Installing
Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following
Make sure the button -2- moves easily after installing the trim.
When installing the trim -1-, make sure the lock cylinder installation position is correct. Refer to LOCK CYLINDER .
LOCKABLE ARMREST STORAGE COMPARTMENT
Note. The lockable cover can only be replaced together with the storage compartment.
Removing
Scheme 256
Remove center armrest. Refer to CENTER ARMREST, SPLIT BACKREST .
Open the storage compartment -1- cover -4-.
Remove the bolts -2- and -3-.
Press the tabs -arrows- on the storage compartment (cover for the lockable storage compartment) -1- in the direction of the -arrow-, until the retaining tabs disengage from the retainer on the bracket -2-.
Scheme 257
Remove the storage compartment (cover for lockable armrest storage compartment) -1- in the direction of the -arrow- (upward and to the front at an angle) from the bracket.
Remove the storage compartment.
Installing
Install in reverse order of removal.
LOCKABLE COVER
The cover cannot be removed and installed separately. The cover can only be replaced together with the storage compartment.
PASS-THROUGH COVER
Removing
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Remove the center armrest with the pass-through cover. Refer to CENTER ARMREST, PASS-THROUGH .
Fold up center armrest -1- to 2 / 3 .
Remove the bolts -arrows- (quantity: 4).
Remove the pass-through cover -2- from the center armrest.
Remove the internal upholstery -3-. Refer to INTERNAL PADDING .
Installing
Install in reverse order of removal.
PASS-THROUGH COVER LOCK CYLINDER
Removing
Scheme 259
Fold center armrest up.
| CAUTION | Only remove and install the lock cylinder with the key inserted correctly. If that is not done, the tumblers and compression springs can fall out and the lock cylinder will be ruined. |
Insert the key -3- into the lock cylinder -2- correctly.
Turn the key 90° counterclockwise.
Move the pass-through door handle -1- all the way up.
Disengage the retaining tabs -lower arrows- and press the lock cylinder and key out of the handle.
Note. Ignore the -top arrow- in this figure.
Installing
Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following
| CAUTION | Only remove and install the lock cylinder with the key inserted correctly. If that is not done, the tumblers and compression springs can fall out and the lock cylinder will be ruined. Check the installation position when installing the lock cylinder. It is not possible to lock the backrest correctly if the installation position is not correct. |
Slide the lock -3- into the new lock cylinder -2- correctly.
Remove the protective cap -4- from the new lock cylinder.
Insert the lock cylinder in the pass-through door handle -1-.
- Installation position of the lock cylinder: the key slot must be vertical and the retaining tabs -upper arrow- must point to the right, opposite the direction of travel.
Turn the key 90° clockwise.
Note. Make sure the lock cylinder is correctly installed into the retainers -lower arrows-.
REAR BULKHEAD TRIM, FIXED REAR SEAT BACKREST
Special tools and workshop equipment required
- Pry Lever 80 - 200
Removing
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Note. In the illustrations the rear seat backrest is removed.
Remove the clips -arrows- using the 80 - 200 and remove the rear panel trim panel -1-.
Installing
Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following
Note. Replace damaged clips.
REAR SEAT BACKREST, FIXED
Removing
Scheme 261
Remove the screw in the luggage compartment -1-.
Remove the bench seat. Refer to BENCH SEAT .
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Vehicles equipped with backrest heating: disconnect the backrest heating harness connector.
Remove the bolts -1-.
Remove the backrest by the lower edge -arrow- and remove it from the vehicle.
Installing
Install in reverse order of removal.
SIDE UPHOLSTERY
Removing
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Remove the bench seat. Refer to BENCH SEAT .
Remove the screw -3-.
Fold the backrest forward.
Hold the belt -1- to the side and remove the side upholstery -3- forward -arrow-.
Pull the side upholstery downward out of the belt guide and remove it.
Installing
Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following
First connect the upper side upholstery into the belt guide.
STORAGE COMPARTMENT COVER TRIM
Special tools and workshop equipment required
- Trim Removal Wedge 3409
Removing
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Pry the cover -1- off the storage compartment -2- by unclipping the retaining tabs -arrows B- out of the retainers -arrow A-.
Remove the cover from the storage compartment.
Installing
Install in reverse order of removal.
FASTENER TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS
| Components | Fastener Size | Nm |
|---|---|---|
| Front Seat - (Many Components Listed - "If Equipped") | ||
| Backrest to Seat Pan Screws | 33 | |
| Backrest Adjustment Motor Bolt | 7.5 | |
| DVD Retaining Plate Screws | 6 | |
| DVD Socket Nut | 0.4 | |
| Lumbar Support Adjustment Switch Screws | 0.5 | |
| Retaining Bracket for Sill Side Trim Screws | 8 | |
| Seat Adjustment Control Head | 0.4 | |
| Seat Angle Adjuster Bolts | 6.5 | |
| Seat Angle Adjuster Shoulder Pin | 6 | |
| Seat Angle Adjustment Motor Bolt | 20 | |
| Seat Angle Adjustment Motor Screws | 10 | |
| Seat Pan to Vehicle Floor Bolts | 50 | |
| Seat Cushion Fan Air Intake Grille Bolts | 1.5 | |
| Seat Depth Adjuster Bolts | 4 | |
| Seat Depth Adjuster Screws | 4 | |
| Seat Height Adjuster Screws | 6.5 | |
| Seat Height Adjuster Bolt | 10 | |
| Seat Height Adjustment Lever Screws | 8 | |
| Seat Height Adjustment Motor to Bracket Screws | 10 | |
| Seat Pan to Lower Seat Pan Frame Bolts | 22 | |
| Shaft for Backrest Frame Nut | 6 | |
| Sill Side Trim Retaining Bracket Screws | 3.5 | |
| Spindle for Adjustment Bolt (Left Hand Threaded) | 18 | |
| Storage Compartment Bolts | 8 | |
| Rear Seat | ||
| Center Armrest Bracket with Hinges Nuts | 8 | |
| Center Armrest Bracket with Hinges Nuts (Fixed Rear Seat Backrest) | 5 | |
| Center Armrest Bracket with Hinges Screws | 11 | |
| Center Armrest Bracket with Hinges Self Locking Bolts (Fixed Rear Seat Backrest) | 8 | |
| Center Armrest with Pass-Through Cover Bracket Screws | 8 | |
| Center Armrest with Pass-Through Cover Hood Bolts | 11 | |
| Center Bracket Securing Bracket Bolt | 9 | |
| Cover for Backrest Bolts | 4 | |
| Cover Trim for Backrest Bolt | 0.9 | |
| Divided Backrest Center Bracket Screws | 16.5 | |
| Fixed Rear Seat Backrest (Lower Bolts) | 33 | |
| Fixed Rear Seat Backrest (Upper Bolts) | 30 | |
| Inner Bearing Assembly Bolt | 15 | |
| Lock Cylinder Locking Tab Bolts | 25 | |
| Side Upholstery Bolt (if equipped with side airbag) | 9 | |
| Side Upholstery Bolt (if equipped without side airbag) | 3 | |
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- Lifting Tackle 2024A/1
- Counter-Hold Tool 3145
- Assembly Tool 3399
- Trim Removal Wedge 3409
- Hook 3438
- Release Lever T10039
- Special Pop Rivet Pliers V.A.G 1753A
- Engine and Gearbox Support VAS 6095
- Seat Repair Stand VAS 6136
- Airbag AdapterVAS 6281
See also:
• FRONT SIDE AIRBAG OVERVIEW
• FRONT THORAX AIRBAG IGNITER -N199- / -N200
• DRIVER SIDE REAR THORAX AIRBAG IGNITER -N201- AND FRONT PASSENGER REAR THORAX AIRBAG IGNITER -N202
• LATCH CHILD SEAT ANCHORAGE FRONT SEAT
• LATCH AND TOP TETHER CHILD SEAT ANCHORAGES (ISOFIX), CHECKING AFTER COLLISION
• [For engine(s) CAEB, CALA, CCBA] Removal and Installation
• SEAT POSITION SENSOR OVERVIEW
• SEAT POSITION SENSOR, WITH SEAT OCCUPIED SENSOR FOR BELT FASTENING DETECTION
• BACKREST COVER AND PADDING, SUPER SPORT SEAT
• CENTER REAR BELT GUIDE, WITH FOLDABLE REAR SEAT BACKREST
• [For engine(s) CAEB, CALA, CCBA] Removal and Installation
• BACKREST COVER AND PADDING
• FRONT BELT END FITTING
• [For engine(s) CAEB, CALA, CCBA] Wiring
• COVER AND PADDING, LOWER SEAT FRAME WITHOUT SEAT DEPTH ADJUSTER
• BACKREST WITH PASS-THROUGH
• BACKREST WITH COVER OR STORAGE COMPARTMENT
• REAR RIGHT SEAT BELT LATCH WITH CENTER REAR BELT ANCHOR
• AIRBAG, BELT TENSIONER AND BATTERY CUT-OUT UNITS, STORING, TRANSPORTING AND DISPOSING
• FIXED REAR SEAT BACKREST
• MANUAL (STANDARD) FRONT SEAT OVERVIEW
• MANUAL STANDARD FRONT SEAT
• POWER STANDARD FRONT SEAT OVERVIEW
• POWER STANDARD FRONT SEAT
• SUPER SPORT FRONT SEAT OVERVIEW
• DIVIDED BACKREST OVERVIEW
• DIVIDED BACKREST
• CENTER ARMREST WITH COVER AND TRIM OVERVIEW
• CENTER ARMREST, SPLIT BACKREST
• BACKREST TRIM
• LOCKABLE ARMREST STORAGE COMPARTMENT
• CENTER ARMREST, PASS-THROUGH
• BENCH SEAT
• BACKREST FRONT
• HEADRESTS WITH LOCKING MECHANISM
• HEADREST GUIDE
• SEAT FORWARD/BACK ADJUSTER OVERVIEW
• SEAT FORWARD/BACK ADJUSTMENT HANDLE
• SEAT RAIL COVER
• TRIM, TUNNEL SIDE
• HEADREST OVERVIEW
• BACKREST ADJUSTMENT WHEEL
• SEAT HEIGHT ADJUSTER AND SEAT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT HANDLE OVERVIEW
• SEAT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
• TRIM, SILL SIDE
• FRONT SEATS, BRINGING INTO THE SERVICE POSITION
• CONNECTOR STATION CONNECTORS OVERVIEW
• MODULAR WIRE ROUTING OVERVIEW
• MODULAR WIRE ROUTING WITH RIDGED TUBE ON FRONT SEAT
• BACKREST COVER (SECTION ONE)
• SEAT FORWARD/BACK ADJUSTER RELEASE CABLE
• RELEASE CABLE MOUNT LEVER AND SEAT FORWARD/BACK ADJUSTMENT SPRING
• SEAT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT HANDLE
• RIGHT FRONT SEAT VENTILATION CONTROL MODULE (SEAT HEATER INTEGRATED) -J799- / -J800
• MEMORY SEAT/STEERING COLUMN ADJUSTMENT CONTROL MODULE BRACKET
• SILL SIDE RETAINING BRACKET TRIM
• SPRING MAT
• TORSION BAR
• TORSION BAR BEARING
• BACKREST FRAME TRIM
• BACKREST COVER (SECTION TWO)
• TWO-SECTION BACKREST COVER WITH BACKREST FRAME TRIM OVERVIEW
• ONE-SECTION BACKREST COVER OVERVIEW
• SEAT ADJUSTMENT CONTROL SWITCH
• BACKREST AND HEADREST ADJUSTMENT ACTUATOR
• FORWARD/BACK ADJUSTMENT MOTOR OVERVIEW
• BACKREST ADJUSTMENT MOTOR OVERVIEW
• FORWARD/BACK ADJUSTMENT MOTOR AND LUMBAR SUPPORT ADJUSTMENT
• HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT MOTOR OVERVIEW
• SEAT ADJUSTMENT CONTROL HEAD OVERVIEW
• SEAT ANGLE ADJUSTMENT MOTOR OVERVIEW
• POWER HEADRESTS OVERVIEW
• SEAT PAN OVERVIEW
• SEAT DEPTH ADJUSTER
• BACKREST AND HEADREST ADJUSTMENT CONTROL HEAD OVERVIEW
• FAN, SEAT CUSHION
• FAN, UPPER BACKREST
• SEAT ANGLE ADJUSTMENT HANDLE
• SEAT ANGLE ADJUSTER
• TRIM, SEAT DEPTH ADJUSTOR
• SEAT DEPTH ADJUSTER OVERVIEW
• FLOOR PANEL FOR BENCH SEAT MOUNTING GROMMETS AND WIRE FRAME, CHECKING AND ALIGNING
• BRACKET WITH HINGES, NON-LOCKING COVER
• STORAGE COMPARTMENT COVER TRIM
• CENTER ARMREST, FIXED REAR SEAT BACKREST
• CUPHOLDER TRIM
• CUPHOLDER
• BACKREST COVER, FIXED REAR SEAT BACKREST
• BACKREST TRIM, FIXED REAR SEAT BACKREST
• REAR SEAT BACKREST, FIXED
• BRACKET WITH HINGES, LOCKABLE STORAGE COMPARTMENT
• COVER FRAME
• PASS-THROUGH COVER
• INTERNAL PADDING
• CENTER ARMREST COVER, PASS-THROUGH
• PASS-THROUGH COVER LOCK CYLINDER
• BRACKET, CENTER
• BRACKET, INNER
• SIDE UPHOLSTERY
• HEADREST
• CENTER STORAGE COMPARTMENT COVER
• LOCK CYLINDER OVERVIEW
• LOCK TRIM, WITH LOCK CYLINDER
• BACKREST LOCK
• BRACKET, OUTER
• BRACKET, SECURING
• REAR BULKHEAD TRIM, FIXED REAR SEAT BACKREST
• LOCK CYLINDER
• DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING THE HARNESS CONNECTORS
• FRONT SEATS, INSTALLING ON THE Fixture For Seat RepairVAS 6136
• Airbag Adapter VAS 6281 CONNECTING
• CENTER ARMREST, BRACKET AND HINGES, FIXED REAR SEAT BACKREST