Removing and installing Bowden cable for backrest release mechanism - standard seat, sports seat, super sports seat — AUDI

🧭 Before you start

Fits: Audi A5 (8T, 2007–2016)

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• It is not necessary to take out the spring mat or lumbar support to remove and install the Bowden cables.
• 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 backrest cover panel .

6. Remove trim for outer backrest frame .
7. Remove head restraint:
8. Remove trim for Easy Entry system .
9. Remove cover with padding .
10. Remove side airbag . [Note: It is not necessary to take out the spring mat or lumbar support to remove and install the Bowden cables.]
11. Use pliers to disengage lugs (3) (2x) from pins (4) (2x) on both sides.
12. Drill out rivets (2) at brackets (1) (left and right).
13. Unclip Bowden cable end piece (2).
14. To do so, press Bowden cable end piece off bracket (1) in direction of (arrow).
15. Unclip mounting (1) from outer backrest frame (2).
16. Thread Bowden cable end piece through opening mounting in outer backrest frame.
17. Take Bowden cables out of outer backrest frame (left and right).
18. ⚠ Observe safety regulations for pyrotechnic components .Before handling pyrotechnic components (e.g. plugging in the electrical connector) the mechanic must discharge any static electricity. This can be done by briefly touching the door striker plate, or similar. — Adjust Bowden cable (left and right) . [Note: Make sure electrical connectors are fitted correctly (as far as stop) and engage audibly.]
19. ⚠ 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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