Removing and installing seat occupied recognition control unit J706 — VW

🧭 Before you start

Fits: VW Jetta VI (16, 2010–2018); platform code AV2

🔩 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. ⚠ Follow safety regulations for pyrotechnic components .Before handling pyrotechnic components (e.g. separating the electrical connector), the person handling them must "“electrically discharge”" himself/herself. To do this e.g. briefly touch the door striker plate. — Mount seat repair standVAS 6136 on engine and gearbox supportVAS 6095.
2. Position seat in uppermost position.
3. Remove front seat .
4. Fasten seat on seat repair standVAS 6136.
5. Detach connectors (4) and (5) from seat occupied recognition control unit J706(1).
6. Remove bolt (2) (1.5 Nm). — 1.5 Nm (1.1 lb-ft)
7. Remove seat occupied recognition control unit J706(1) from bracket (3) in (direction of arrow). [Note: Ensure electrical connector is pushed fully onto stop and engages audibly.If the seat occupied recognition control unit J706 has been replaced, a reset/coding must be carried out with the vehicle diagnosis, testing and information systemVAS 5051B in "“Guided fault finding”".]
8. ⚠ Battery must be connected with ignition switched on. If pyrotechnic components (e.g. airbag, seat belt tensioners) are repaired incorrectly, undesired triggering may occur after the battery is connected. Ensure that nobody is in vehicle when connecting battery. — Connect battery earth cable with ignition switched on Electrical system27Battery; Connecting and disconnecting battery.

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