Removing and installing seat side trim (sill side) - front seat (with electric adjustment) — AUDI

🧭 Before you start

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

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• When detaching trim, take care not to damage brackets (4).
• Make sure electrical connectors are fitted correctly (as far as stop) and engage audibly.Route electrical connectors and wires as shown in illustration.Make sure that trim (sill side) is properly engaged at bracket.

📋 Procedure

1. Move front seat as far forwards and upwards as it will go.
2. Remove spreader rivet (2) at trim (sill side) (1).
3. Release clip (3) at trim.
4. Disengage trim (sill side) (1) at rear of backrest fitting and at seat frame.
5. Unclip trim (sill side) from bracket (2); to do so, carefully pull trim slightly off front seat. [Note: When detaching trim, take care not to damage brackets (4).]

6. Release catch (arrow) at storage compartment (2) and lift off trim (sill side) (1).
7. Pull trim (sill side) slightly off bracket towards front and lift off.
8. Press release mechanism and unplug electrical connectors:
9. Move electrical wiring clear at bracket (3).
10. Detach trim (sill side).
11. Remove bolts (3).
12. Detach bracket (1) from front seat (2). Unfasten any cable ties from bracket. [Note: Make sure electrical connectors are fitted correctly (as far as stop) and engage audibly.Route electrical connectors and wires as shown in illustration.Make sure that trim (sill side) is properly engaged at bracket.]

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