Removing and installing trim (sill side): Audi A3

🧭 Before you start

Fits: Audi A3 (8P, 2003–2012)

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• (Arrows) can be disregarded.
• Make sure that trim (sill side) (2) is properly engaged at retaining bracket (4) and that lockable clips (arrows) are fastened.

📋 Procedure

1. Move seat as far up as possible.
2. Remove backrest adjuster .
3. Remove seat height adjuster .
4. Unclip seat cover (2) at trim (sill side) (1)(arrow).
5. Remove spreader rivet (3) at trim (sill side).

6. Open storage compartment (1), take out first-aid kit and unscrew bolt (3).
7. Unfasten clips (arrows) and unclip trim (2) from retaining bracket (4).
8. Disengage trim in area of backrest adjuster at backrest and seat fitting.
9. Detach trim from retaining bracket towards top front.
10. Equipment version with four-way lumbar support: Unplug electrical connector (2) at lumbar support adjustment switch (1). [Note: (Arrows) can be disregarded.]
11. Detach trim (sill side). [Note: Make sure that trim (sill side) (2) is properly engaged at retaining bracket (4) and that lockable clips (arrows) are fastened.]

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