A8L Quattro Sedan V8-4.2L (AKB) (2002)
Air Bag: Removal and Replacement
Front Side Airbag, Removing and Installing
Front Side Airbag, Removing And Installing
Removing
CAUTION: On vehicles equipped with Audi Telematics by OnStar(R), switch-off the emergency (backup) battery for the Telematic/Telephone
Control Module prior to disconnecting the vehicle battery. Switch-on the emergency (back-up) battery after reconnecting the vehicle battery.
CAUTION: Note safety specifications when working on airbag.
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For vehicles with coded radio unit, radio/navigation system (RNS) note coding; ask if necessary.
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Disconnect battery ground strap/cable and cover negative pole.
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Remove front seat.
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Remove seatback cover.
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Turn over lock bracket - 4 - and disconnect connector - 2 - from side airbag - 1 -.
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Remove 2 screws - 3 - (5.1 Nm/44 in.lb.).
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Fasten ground cable with lower screw - 3 -.
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Remove 2 screws - 2 - (3.5 Nm/31 in.lb.).
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Press side airbag - 1 - approx. 10 mm forward , unhook from brackets - 3 - and remove.
Installing
Installation is done in reverse sequence, noting the following:
CAUTION: In order to ensure function of side airbag, new upholstery clips must be installed to seatback cover at the same location prior to
removal.