Removing and installing Bowden cable A for Easy Entry system — AUDI

🧭 Before you start

Fits: Audi A5 (8T, 2007–2016)

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• Make sure the backrest is in basic position, i.e. the backrest must have been moved as far forwards as possible with the adjuster knob. — First engage Bowden cable A (1) for Easy Entry system at seat longitudinal adjuster (2).
• Make sure electrical connectors are fitted correctly (as far as stop) and engage audibly.
• If the airbag warning lamp K75 indicates a fault following installation, you must interrogate, erase and then re-interrogate the event memory .

📋 Procedure

1. ⚠ Observe safety regulations for pyrotechnic components .Before handling pyrotechnic components (e.g. unplugging the electrical connector) the mechanic must discharge any static electricity. This can be done by briefly touching the door striker plate, or similar. — Switch on ignition.
2. With ignition switched on, disconnect battery earth wire Electrical system27Battery; Disconnecting and connecting battery.
3. Remove front seat:
4. Attach front seat to seat repair standVAS 6136.
5. Remove trim (tunnel side) .

6. Use adjuster to move backrest forwards as far as it will go.
7. Disengage Bowden cable A (1) for Easy Entry system from backrest fitting.
8. Detach guide of Bowden cable A (2) for Easy Entry system from seat frame.
9. Unclip cable support bracket for Bowden cable A (1) for Easy Entry system from seat longitudinal adjuster (2).
10. Detach Bowden cable A (1) for Easy Entry system from seat longitudinal adjuster (2) and take it out.
11. ⚠ Make sure the backrest is in basic position, i.e. the backrest must have been moved as far forwards as possible with the adjuster knob. — First engage Bowden cable A (1) for Easy Entry system at seat longitudinal adjuster (2).
12. Clip cable support bracket for Bowden cable A (1) for Easy Entry system into seat longitudinal adjuster (2).
13. Then engage Bowden cable A (1) for Easy Entry system in backrest fitting.
14. Fit guide of Bowden cable A (2) for Easy Entry system on seat frame.
15. Adjust Bowden cable A for Easy Entry system .
16. Lock Bowden cable A (1) for Easy Entry system with clip (2). [Note: Make sure electrical connectors are fitted correctly (as far as stop) and engage audibly.]
17. ⚠ The battery must be connected with the ignition switched on. If pyrotechnic components (e.g. airbag or belt tensioner) are inexpertly repaired, this may result in unwanted triggering after connecting the battery. There must not be anyone in the vehicle while you are connecting the battery. — With ignition switched on, connect battery earth wire Electrical system27Battery; Disconnecting and connecting battery. [Note: If the airbag warning lamp K75 indicates a fault following installation, you must interrogate, erase and then re-interrogate the event memory .]

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