Removing and installing pneumatic module: Audi R8

🧭 Before you start

Fits: Audi R8 (4S, 2015–)

📋 Procedure

1. Remove side airbag .
2. Remove seat cover and padding at backrest .
3. Remove trim for backrest fitting .
4. Unscrew bolts (arrows) for cross piece (1) on seat (sill side).
5. Unscrew bolt (arrow) on seat (sill side) and unclip cable guide (1).

6. Carefully lift catch slightly with a small screwdriver (1)(arrow) and disconnect pneumatic line (2) under padding.
7. Pull pneumatic line through towards top.
8. Detach compressor (1) from backrest adjuster shaft (arrow) and unplug electrical connector (2).
9. Remove nuts (2 and 4) on seat (sill side) and move bracket for side airbag to one side.
10. Remove fasteners (1 and 3) (left and right).
11. Detach air cushion for backrest bolster adjuster (left and right).
12. Unplug electrical connectors (1 and 4) from valve blocks (2 and 3).
13. Disengage springs (arrows) from backrest frame using hook3438.
14. Detach pneumatic module from brackets for backrest adjuster shaft and remove.

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