Removing and installing trim (sill side) - bucket seat: Audi A5

🧭 Before you start

Fits: Audi A5 (8T, 2007–2016)

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• Mark electrical connectors (2) and (3) for re-installation and unplug.
• Make sure that side trim (sill side) (1) is engaged correctly in seat pan and backrest (arrows).

📋 Procedure

1. Remove bucket seat .
2. Attach front bucket seat to seat repair standVAS 6136.
3. Remove outer trim .
4. Remove seat height adjustment lever .
5. Remove backrest adjuster .

6. Remove backrest cover panel (left-side) .
7. Remove bolt (1).
8. Sever cable tie.
9. Release retaining tabs and take electrical connectors out of brackets.
10. Mark electrical connectors (2) and (3) for re-installation and unplug.
11. Push in pin to detach fastener (3).
12. Release retaining tab (1)(arrow A) and lift off side trim (sill side) (2) towards front (arrows B).
13. Unplug electrical connector for lumbar support.
14. Make sure that side trim (sill side) (1) is engaged correctly in seat pan and backrest (arrows).

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