Removing and installing front seat cushion for height-adjustable front seat — AUDI

🧭 Before you start

Fits: VW Transporter T5 (7H), VW Transporter T5 (7J), VW Transporter T6 (7E), VW Transporter T6 (7F)

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• Instead of 2 bolts 2 spreader rivets may also be installed.

🔩 Torque settings

Values can differ between engine variants — check the code stamped on your block.

ℹ️ Always cross-check the exact figure against your vehicle's factory manual before final tightening — a wrong torque can damage the engine. These values are extracted from workshop data and may not cover every variant or revision.

📋 Procedure

1. Switch off ignition.
2. Disconnect vehicle battery 27.
3. Unscrew 2 bolts (4) with specified torque of 1.4 Nm. [Note: Instead of 2 bolts 2 spreader rivets may also be installed.] — 1.4 Nm (1.0 lb-ft)
4. Unscrew 4 bolts (2) with specified torque of 20 Nm. — 20 Nm (15 lb-ft)
5. Lift up front seat cushion until wiring harnesses are accessible.
6. Depending on level of equipment, disconnect wiring harnesses from seat pan.
7. Depending on level of equipment, disconnect seat heating connector (3) and remove seat cushion from front seat (1).

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