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Removing and installing bracket for knee bolster on driver side (country-specific version) — AUDI

Removing and installing bracket for knee bolster on driver side (country-specific version) on Audi: 11 steps.

Workshop procedure for AUDI — the exact step sequence and torque figures, straight from real workshop data.

11 steps

🧭 Before you start

Fits: Audi A3 (8P, 2003–2012)

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  • Electrical connector (A) does not have to be unplugged.
  • When turning left vent temperature sender G150 make sure that seal (C) is not pinched.

📋 Procedure

  1. Remove storage compartment (driver side) (see the separate procedure).
  2. Remove bolts (2) and (4).
  3. Detach bracket for knee bolster from central tube (1).
  4. Remove storage compartment (driver side) (see the separate procedure).
  5. Remove left vent temperature sender G150.
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  1. Unscrew bolts (5), (6) and (8).
  2. Remove wire retainer.
  3. Detach bracket for knee bolster from central tube (1).
  4. Turn left vent temperature sender G150(item B) 90° in direction of (arrow).
  5. Remove left vent temperature sender G150 from air duct. [Note: Electrical connector (A) does not have to be unplugged.]
  6. When turning left vent temperature sender G150 make sure that seal (C) is not pinched.

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Workshop data on this page last updated 20 Sep 2026.