Removing and installing rake adjustment of electrically adjustable seat — VW

🧭 Before you start

Fits: VW CC (358, 2012–2017)

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• Removal of the cover is not necessary.

🔩 Torque settings

Values can differ between engine variants — check the code stamped on your block.

ℹ️ Always cross-check the exact figure against your vehicle's factory manual before final tightening — a wrong torque can damage the engine. These values are extracted from workshop data and may not cover every variant or revision.

📋 Procedure

1. Attach seat repair standVAS 6136 to engine and gearbox supportVAS 6095.
2. Remove seat .
3. Secure seat to seat repair standVAS 6136.
4. Remove front belt buckle .
5. Remove right trim on seat .

6. Remove left trim on seat .
7. Remove seat bar of electrically adjustable seat .
8. Remove backrest .
9. Remove seat tray cushion cover and cushion . [Note: Removal of the cover is not necessary.]
10. Separate wiring harness (1) from rake adjustment (2).
11. Remove bolt (3) (20 Nm). — 20 Nm (15 lb-ft)
12. Remove the two bolts (4) and (5) (10 Nm). — 10 Nm (7.4 lb-ft)
13. Detach rake adjustment (2) from seat frame.
14. Install in reverse order of removal.

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