Removing and installing belt guide (rear) - Avant: Audi A6/A7 C7

🧭 Before you start

Fits: Audi A6/A7 C7 (4G, 2011–2018); platform code 4X

• Renewed: entire belt guide

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📋 Procedure

1. Remove luggage compartment side trim .
2. Take foam element out of recess beneath belt guide.
3. ⚠ When removing and installing belt guide (3), never turn bolts (2). They have been set by the manufacturer.Renew entire belt guide if damaged. — Using a screwdriver, press retaining hook (1) on belt guide upwards from below and hold.
4. Slide belt guide to rear (arrow) until bolt heads (2) can be disengaged from bracket on body.
5. Take out belt guide sideways towards vehicle interior.

6. Outer belt guide (rear): Unplug electrical connector for rear parking aid warning buzzer H15.
7. Thread out belt and detach belt guide.
8. Place belt in recess in belt guide (3) and position belt guide on bracket.
9. Insert belt guide with bolt heads (2) in guide elements at bracket.
10. Press belt guide downwards and at the same time pull it forwards, making bolt heads engage in guide elements.
11. Pull belt guide forwards until retaining hook engages audibly.

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