A4 Quattro Wagon V6-3.0L (AVK) (2002)
Side Air Bag: Service Precautions
Airbag System Side Airbags, Safety Precautions
Airbag System Side Airbags, Safety Precautions
WARNING!
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Checking, removing, installing and servicing may ONLY be performed by qualified personnel.
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Following the same safety precautions as for driver and passenger-side airbags.
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Only use original equipment seat covers and backrest covers that are approved for use with side airbags (identified by a label on the
fabric).
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Do not use extra seat covers over the seat as they interfere with proper side airbag operation.
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Do not use seat cushion supports, mats or similar since they impare seat occupant sensor and airbags
NOTE: The driver's seat does not have a seat occupant sensor.
WARNING!
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For vehicles without heated seats, a dummy seat heating element is installed (heating element without heating wire).
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The seat backrest foam must not be cut out in the area of the side airbag.
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When installing, seam near side airbag must be straight.
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All upholstery clips must be replaced (metal and plastic clips).
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Only use genuine Audi replacement upholstery clips.
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When installing, all upholstery clips must be installed at the same location from which they were removed.
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If the seat cover is damaged (rips, burn holes etc.) near the side airbag, always replace the seat cover to ensure proper side airbag
inflation.
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Seat cover may not be repaired in the area near the side airbag (special thread and an exact seam are used), always replace seat cover if
side airbag has deployed.
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All damaged components must be replaced after an accident. If no damage to the airbag unit is found, the airbag unit can be reused.
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Side airbag units have an expiration date (See sticker on B-pillar). If side airbag units are replaced, pull sticker with expiration date off
new side airbag unit and place it over old sticker on B-pillar. Replace side airbag unit and sticker after 14 years.
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If there is no sticker on the B-pillar, airbag change must be indicated in service plan.
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If side airbag unit is replaced, pull airbag number sticker off: side airbag unit and stick if to the seat pan.
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Do not use a needle or other sharp objects to poke around area near airbag and sensor mat.