Removing and installing pressure damper/gas strut for centre armrest - country-specific version — AUDI

🧭 Before you start

Fits: Audi A6/A7 C7 (4G, 2011–2018); platform code 4X

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• Relay lever (6) must be slid onto shaft as shown in illustration.
• The relay lever must be slid onto the shaft as shown in the illustration.

📋 Procedure

1. Remove mounting for centre armrest (rear) .
2. Remove bolts (4, 5, 6).
3. Position armrest (2) as shown in illustration.
4. Disengage trim (3) at top of centre armrest (arrows) and release retaining hook (1) on both sides.
5. Detach trim towards front.

6. Unscrew bolt (2) and detach washer (1).
7. Push out retaining pin (4) with a punch.
8. Detach gas strut (small) (3).
9. Unscrew bolt (5) and detach washer (4).
10. Open armrest.
11. Press off retaining clip (3) and detach retaining pin (2) with gas strut (large) (1).
12. Close armrest.
13. Relay lever (6) must be slid onto shaft as shown in illustration.
14. Fit washer (5) and tighten bolt (1).
15. Fit retaining pin (2) and secure with retaining clip (3).
16. The relay lever must be slid onto the shaft as shown in the illustration.
17. Fit washer (2) and tighten bolt (1).

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