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Removing and installing safety latch: Audi A8 D3

Step-by-step removing and installing safety latch for the Audi A8 D3: 10 steps. What to remove, in what order, and what to check after.

Workshop procedure for AUDI — the exact step sequence and torque figures, straight from real workshop data.

10 steps

🧭 Before you start

Fits: Audi A8 D3 (4E, 2002–2010)

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  • Make sure the spring (7) is inserted in the mounting plate (6).

📋 Procedure

  1. Remove the seat .
  2. Attach the holder for seat repairVAS 6136 to the engine and gearbox holderVAS 6095.
  3. Attach the front seat to the holder for seat repairVAS 6136.
  4. Unscrew the bolts (1) (2x).
  5. Detach the mounting plate (6) and the latch (4).
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  1. For complete removal: Unscrew the bolts (2) (2x) and detach the mounting plate (3).
  2. Following complete removal: Screw on the mounting plate (3) with the bolts (2) (2x).
  3. Make sure the spring (7) is inserted in the mounting plate (6).
  4. Insert the latch (4) flush with the stop (5) and the spring (7).
  5. Screw on the mounting plate (6) and the latch (4) with the bolts (1) (2x).

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Workshop data on this page last updated 20 Sep 2026.