80 Quattro L5-2309cc 2.3L SOHC (NG) (1988)
Seat Back: Customer Interest
Front Seat Backrest - Rattles, Squeaks
72-89-T02
Mar 89
80/90 All
M.Y. 1988
Front Seat Backrest - Rattles, Squeaks
Cause:
A.
Insufficient wax applied to paper cord of padding.
B.
Cushion wire rubs on headrest adjustable support.
C.
Inadequate mounting (screw M6) between backrest and seat frame.
Production:
A.
Hot waxing of cord incorporated.
As of:
July 1987
VIN: 89_JA135832
B.
Cushion wire shortened.
As of:
July 1987
VIN: 89_JA109546
C.
Modification of backrest mounting and installation of additional eccentric washers.
As of:
June 1988
VIN: 89_JA401612
Service:
A.
Spray paper cord with transparent preservative wax, P/N AKR 321 M15 4.
B.
Check cushion wire for free movement. Adjust length if necessary.
C.
Secure mounting screws M6 (starting torque 8 N-m) with liquid locking compound, P/N D 000 600.
NOTE:
When installing new backrest (i.e. P/N 893 881 045 AF), both eccentric washers must be used:
On door side:
Washer, P/N 443 881 645,
with Screw, P/N 431 881 357
On tunnel side:
Washer, P/N 893 881 645,
with Screw, P/N N 033 042 1
Fasten backrest firmly by turning eccentric washers.