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Removing and installing valve block for lumbar support air cushions, seat and backrest bolster adjusters - from 09.2012 onwards — AUDI

Removing and installing valve block for lumbar support air cushions, seat and backrest bolster adjusters - from 09.2012 onwards on Audi: 10 steps.

Workshop procedure for AUDI — the exact step sequence and torque figures, straight from real workshop data.

10 steps

🧭 Before you start

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

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  • To carry out repairs, the pneumatic line from the compressor is not disconnected at the connection; instead it is severed according to the procedure described .
  • Before disconnecting pneumatic lines, mark allocation of lines to connections on valve block with a waterproof felt-tip pen.

📋 Procedure

  1. Remove backrest cover panel . [Note: To carry out repairs, the pneumatic line from the compressor is not disconnected at the connection; instead it is severed according to the procedure described .]
  2. Sever pneumatic line (1) to valve block N475/N477 at the following point:
  3. Unplug electrical connector (8).
  4. Before disconnecting pneumatic lines, mark allocation of lines to connections on valve block with a waterproof felt-tip pen.
  5. Disconnect pneumatic lines (1 ...7) at valve block (A).
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  1. To do so, press release mechanism (2)(arrow) and disconnect pneumatic line (1) at the same time.
  2. Pull rubber buffers to lengthen them (arrow A).
  3. At the same time, pull valve block off rubber buffers (arrow B).
  4. Connect pneumatic line .
  5. Press pneumatic lines on again and then pull lines to check that plug-in connectors are engaged properly.

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Workshop data on this page last updated 20 Sep 2026.