Removing and installing three-point seat belt: Audi A8 D3

🧭 Before you start

Fits: Audi A8 D3 (4E, 2002–2010)

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• Make sure the connector (7) engages properly.
• Screw on the guide fitting (1) with the bolt (2). The guide fitting must settle automatically in usage direction.
• Make sure the three-point seat belt is not impeded by cables, wires, insulation, etc.
• There must not be anyone in the vehicle when connecting the battery. — With the ignition switched on, connect the battery earth wire Electrical system27.

📋 Procedure

1. ⚠ Heed the safety regulations for pyrotechnic components .Heed the disposal regulations for pyrotechnic components . — With the ignition switched on, disconnect the battery earth wire Electrical system27.
2. Remove the outer floor panel anchorage point .
3. Remove the lower B-pillar trim .
4. Remove the upper B-pillar trim .
5. Unscrew the nut (2).

6. Detach the guide fitting (1).
7. Use a screwdriver to unfasten the locking element at the connector (7) and unplug the connector.
8. Unscrew the bolt (8).
9. Disengage the belt reel (6).
10. Engage the locating pin on the back of the belt reel (6) in arrow direction.
11. Screw in the bolt (8).
12. Make sure the connector (7) engages properly.
13. Press the cable of the connector (7) into the clip (9).
14. Screw on the guide fitting (1) with the bolt (2). The guide fitting must settle automatically in usage direction.
15. Continue installing the three-point seat belt in the reverse order of removal.
16. Make sure the three-point seat belt is not impeded by cables, wires, insulation, etc.
17. ⚠ There must not be anyone in the vehicle when connecting the battery. — With the ignition switched on, connect the battery earth wire Electrical system27.

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