Removing and installing centre three-point seat belt (rear) - fixed rear seat backrest — AUDI

🧭 Before you start

Fits: Audi A4 B8 (8K, 2007–2015)

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• Make sure electrical connectors are fitted correctly (as far as stop) and engage audibly.Make sure that wiring is not trapped.

📋 Procedure

1. Remove seat bench (see the separate procedure).
2. Remove rear seat backrest (see the separate procedure).
3. Remove centre belt end fitting (rear) (see the separate procedure).
4. Remove rear shelf (see the separate procedure).
5. ⚠ Observe safety regulations for pyrotechnic components .Observe disposal regulations for pyrotechnic components (see the separate procedure). — Switch on ignition.

6. With ignition switched on, disconnect battery earth wire Electrical system 27. Battery; Disconnecting and connecting battery.
7. ⚠ 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. — Unplug electrical connector.
8. To do so, use a small screwdriver (1) to release connector locking element (3) and unplug electrical connector (2).
9. Slacken off bolt (2).
10. Disengage three-point seat belt (1)(arrow) and lift off.
11. If components of the belt system are removed following an accident, renew the securing bolts for the belt system.
12. Insert three-point seat belt with locating element and bolt (2) in mounting (3).
13. Press three-point seat belt (1) forwards as far as stop (arrow) and at the same time tighten bolt. [Note: Make sure electrical connectors are fitted correctly (as far as stop) and engage audibly. Make sure that wiring is not trapped.]
14. ⚠ 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 system 27. Battery; Disconnecting and connecting battery.

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