Removing and installing locking mechanism for rear seat backrest — AUDI

🧭 Before you start

Fits: Audi TT Mk2 (8J, 2006–2014)

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• There is no provision for separating the Bowden cable from the release mechanism.

📋 Procedure

1. Remove backrest .
2. Remove trim (left-side) .
3. Disengage piping of front section of cover (1) from fastening strip on back of cover (2).
4. Disengage tab on front section of cover (1) from backrest frame (3).
5. Unfasten cover zip.

6. Fold cover aside.
7. Remove filler piece (3).
8. Open cable tie (3).
9. Unclip Bowden cable (2) from mounting (4).
10. Disengage hook of Bowden cable (2) at lever (5).
11. Thread Bowden cable (2) through opening in back of cover (arrow).
12. Carefully pull cover (1) upwards until bolts (2) become visible.
13. Unscrew bolts (2).
14. In area of release mechanism, detach padding from self-adhesive strip (4) on backrest pan.
15. Press padding (1) to side in area of release mechanism (2) until bolt (3) becomes visible.
16. Remove bolt (3).
17. Detach release mechanism with Bowden cable (2) from backrest pan (5). [Note: There is no provision for separating the Bowden cable from the release mechanism.]
18. The Bowden cable cannot be adjusted.

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