Removing and installing outer three-point seat belt (rear) — AUDI

🧭 Before you start

Fits: Audi Q3 (8U, 2011–2018); platform code 84

• Renewed: bolts for the belt system

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• Make sure electrical connectors are fitted correctly (as far as stop) and engage audibly.

📋 Procedure

1. Remove outer belt end fitting (rear) .
2. Remove luggage compartment side trim .
3. Remove belt guide cover .
4. ⚠ Observe safety regulations for pyrotechnic components .Observe disposal regulations for pyrotechnic components . — With ignition switched on, disconnect battery earth wire Electrical system27Battery; Disconnecting and connecting battery.
5. ⚠ 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. — Release connector locking element (2) with a small screwdriver (arrow) and unplug electrical connector (1).

6. Remove noise insulation (1) for suspension strut (rear).
7. Remove bolt (3).
8. Slide three-point seat belt (2) to rear (arrow) and take out of mounting.
9. If components of the belt system are removed following an accident, renew the bolts for the belt system. [Note: Make sure electrical connectors are fitted correctly (as far as stop) and engage audibly.]
10. ⚠ 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. — Insert three-point seat belt with locating element and bolt (2) in mounting (3).
11. Press three-point seat belt (1) forwards as far as stop (arrow) and at the same time tighten bolt.
12. ⚠ 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.

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