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Seat/Steering Column Adjustment Control Module With Memory Function, Removing And Installing: Removing

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WARNING:
  • Follow all Safety Precautions when working with pyrotechnic components. Refer to PYROTECHNIC COMPONENTS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .
  • Before handling pyrotechnic components (for example, disconnecting the connector), the person handling it must "discharge static electricity". This can be done by touching the door striker, for example.

-- Remove the front seat. Refer to FRONT SEAT, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Fasten the front seat on the Engine/Transmission Holder - Seat Repair Fixture :VAS6136  . Refer to FRONT SEAT, MOUNTING ON FIXTURE FOR SEAT REPAIR .

-- Disconnect the connectors -2 through 5- from the control module -1-.

GWWA72-11529Courtesy of AUDI OF AMERICA, LLC
NOTE:

The number of connectors may vary depending on equipment. The description shows the version with the most equipment possible.

-- Unclip the retainers -6- using the Trim Removal Wedge :3409  .

-- Carefully remove the control module -1- from the retainers -arrow-.

GWWA72-11351Courtesy of AUDI OF AMERICA, LLC

-- Disengage the hooks -2- and -3- on the bracket -4- and remove the control module.