Removing and installing trim (sill side), seat with manual adjustment — AUDI

🧭 Before you start

Fits: Audi TT Mk2 (8J, 2006–2014)

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• When detaching trim, take care not to damage retainers (2).
• Make sure that the trim (sill side) is properly engaged at the retaining bracket and that the lockable clips are fastened.Make sure the wiring is as close as possible to the connector point (4).

📋 Procedure

1. ⚠ Observe safety regulations for pyrotechnic components . — Move seat to highest position.
2. Remove backrest adjuster .
3. Remove seat height adjuster .
4. Remove spreader rivets (2) (2x).
5. Unfasten clips (5) (2x) and (4).

6. Unclip trim (1) at retaining bracket (3).
7. Disengage trim in area of backrest adjuster at backrest and seat fitting.
8. Detach trim from retaining bracket (3) upwards and towards front. [Note: When detaching trim, take care not to damage retainers (2).] [Note: On vehicles with a front seat with manual adjustment and a seat occupied sensor (country-specific version), the lumbar support adjustment switch E176 / E177 must be installed so that the connector is plugged in from above.]
9. Unplug connector (1) from driver seat lumbar support adjustment switch E176(4).
10. Detach trim (sill side). [Note: Make sure that the trim (sill side) is properly engaged at the retaining bracket and that the lockable clips are fastened.Make sure the wiring is as close as possible to the connector point (4).]

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