Audi A6 Typ 4G: Rear Three-Point Seat Belt, Removing and Installing
Outer Rear Three-Point Seat Belt, Removing and Installing, Sedan
Removing
- Remove the rear outer belt end fitting. Refer to → Chapter "Rear Outer Belt End Fitting, Removing and Installing".
- Remove the rear shelf. Refer to → Chapter "Rear Shelf, Removing and Installing".
- Remove the luggage compartment side trim. Refer to → Chapter "Luggage Compartment Side Trim Panel, Removing and Installing".
- Remove the rear seat belt guides. Refer to → Chapter "Rear Seat Belt Guide, Removing and Installing, Sedan".
- Remove the noise insulation for the automatic belt retractor.
Versions with Rear Seat Belt Tensioner Igniter
WARNING
- Follow all Safety Precautions when working with pyrotechnic components. Refer to → Chapter "Pyrotechnic Components Safety Precautions".
- Follow all regulations when disposing of pyrotechnic components. Refer to → Chapter "Airbag, Belt Tensioner and Battery Cut-Out Units, Storing, Transporting and Disposing".
- Disconnect the battery Ground (GND) cable with the ignition turned on. Refer to → Electrical Equipment; Rep. Gr.27; Battery; Battery, Disconnecting and Connecting.
WARNING
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.
- Disconnect the connector.
- Release the connector lock -2- with a small screwdriver -arrow- and disconnect the connector -1-.
Continuation for All Vehicles
- Remove the bolt -1-.
- Push the three-point seat belt -2- toward the rear in direction of -arrow- and remove it from the mount.
Installing
- If parts of the seat belt system are removed due to an accident, replace the belt system bolts.
- Insert the three-point seat belt with the anti-twist mechanism and bolt -2- into the mount -3-.
- Push the three-point seat belt -1- all the way forward -arrow- and tighten the bolt at the same time.
Versions with Rear Seat Belt Tensioner Igniter
WARNING
- Follow all Safety Precautions when working with pyrotechnic components. Refer to → Chapter "Pyrotechnic Components Safety Precautions".
- Before handling pyrotechnic components (for example, connecting the connector), the person handling it must "discharge static electricity". This can be done by touching the door striker, for example.
Note
- Make sure the connectors are installed correctly and are secure.
- Make sure the wires do not get caught.
WARNING
Ignition must be on when connecting battery. If pyrotechnic components (for example, airbag, belt tensioner) are not repaired correctly, they may deploy unintentionally after connecting battery. There must not be anyone inside the vehicle when connecting the battery.
DANGER!
When working on vehicles with the ignition already switched on or that are ready to drive there is a danger of the engine starting unexpectedly and of being poisoned by gas in enclosed areas. Risk of body parts and/or clothing being clamped or pulled.
Perform the following before switching on the ignition:
- Move the selector lever into P.
- Activate the parking brake
- Turn off the ignition.
- Open the hood
- Connect the charger, such as the Battery Charger -VAS5095A- to the jump start of the 12V vehicle electrical system.
- Turn on the ignition.
- Connect the battery GND cable with the ignition turned on. Refer to → Electrical Equipment; Rep. Gr.27; Battery; Battery, Disconnecting and Connecting.
Continuation for All Vehicles
Installation is performed in reverse order of removal, noting the following:
Installation notes, for example tightening specifications, replacing components. Refer to → Chapter "Overview - Rear Outer Three-Point Seat Belt".
Outer Rear Three-Point Seat Belt, Removing and Installing, Wagon
Removing
- Remove the rear outer belt end fitting. Refer to → Chapter "Rear Outer Belt End Fitting, Removing and Installing".
- Remove the luggage compartment side trim. Refer to → Chapter "Luggage Compartment Side Trim Panel, Removing and Installing, Avant".
- Remove the release bracket for the far backrest release. Refer to → Chapter "Backrest Release Bracket, Removing and Installing".
- Remove the noise insulation for the automatic belt retractor.
Versions with Rear Seat Belt Tensioner Igniter
WARNING
- Follow all Safety Precautions when working with pyrotechnic components. Refer to → Chapter "Pyrotechnic Components Safety Precautions".
- Follow all regulations when disposing of pyrotechnic components. Refer to → Chapter "Airbag, Belt Tensioner and Battery Cut-Out Units, Storing, Transporting and Disposing".
- Disconnect the battery Ground (GND) cable with the ignition turned on. Refer to → Electrical Equipment; Rep. Gr.27; Battery; Battery, Disconnecting and Connecting.
WARNING
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.
- Disconnect the connector.
- Release the connector lock -2- with a small screwdriver -arrow- and disconnect the connector -1-.
Continuation for All Vehicles
- Loosen the bolt -1-.
- Disengage the three-point seat belt -2--arrow- and remove it.
Installing
- If parts of the seat belt system are removed due to an accident, replace the belt system bolts.
- Insert the three-point seat belt with the anti-twist mechanism and bolt -2- into the mount -3-.
- Push the three-point seat belt -1- all the way forward -arrow- and tighten the bolt at the same time.
Versions with Rear Seat Belt Tensioner Igniter
WARNING
- Follow all Safety Precautions when working with pyrotechnic components. Refer to → Chapter "Pyrotechnic Components Safety Precautions".
- Before handling pyrotechnic components (for example, connecting the connector), the person handling it must "discharge static electricity". This can be done by touching the door striker, for example.
Note
- Make sure the connectors are installed correctly and are secure.
- Make sure the wires do not get caught.
WARNING
Ignition must be on when connecting battery. If pyrotechnic components (for example, airbag, belt tensioner) are not repaired correctly, they may deploy unintentionally after connecting battery. There must not be anyone inside the vehicle when connecting the battery.
DANGER!
When working on vehicles with the ignition already switched on or that are ready to drive there is a danger of the engine starting unexpectedly and of being poisoned by gas in enclosed areas. Risk of body parts and/or clothing being clamped or pulled.
Perform the following before switching on the ignition:
- Move the selector lever into P.
- Activate the parking brake
- Turn off the ignition.
- Open the hood
- Connect the charger, such as the Battery Charger -VAS5095A- to the jump start of the 12V vehicle electrical system.
- Turn on the ignition.
- Connect the battery GND cable with the ignition turned on. Refer to → Electrical Equipment; Rep. Gr.27; Battery; Battery, Disconnecting and Connecting.
Continuation for All Vehicles
Installation is performed in reverse order of removal, noting the following:
Installation notes, for example tightening specifications, replacing components. Refer to → Chapter "Overview - Rear Outer Three-Point Seat Belt".
Rear Three Point Seat Belt in Rear Shelf, Removing and Installing
Removing
- Remove the rear bench seat. Refer to → Chapter "Seat Bench/Single Seat, Removing and Installing".
- Remove the fixed rear seat backrest. Refer to → Chapter "Rear Seat Backrest, Removing and Installing".
- For vehicles with a Multi-contour seat: remove the Multi-contour seat. Refer to → Chapter "Rear Seat Backrest, Removing and Installing, Multi-contour Seat".
- Remove the center rear belt end fitting. Refer to → Chapter "Rear Seat Belt Latch, Removing and Installing".
- Remove the rear shelf. Refer to → Chapter "Rear Shelf, Removing and Installing".
Versions with Rear Seat Belt Tensioner Igniter
WARNING
- Follow all Safety Precautions when working with pyrotechnic components. Refer to → Chapter "Pyrotechnic Components Safety Precautions".
- Follow all regulations when disposing of pyrotechnic components. Refer to → Chapter "Airbag, Belt Tensioner and Battery Cut-Out Units, Storing, Transporting and Disposing".
- Turn on the ignition.
- Disconnect the battery GND cable with the ignition turned on. Refer to → Electrical Equipment; Rep. Gr.27; Battery; Battery, Disconnecting and Connecting.
WARNING
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.
- Disconnect the connector.
- To do this, release the connector lock -3- using a small screwdriver -1- and remove the electrical connector -2-.
Continuation for All Vehicles
- Loosen the bolt -2-.
- Disengage the three-point seat belt -1--arrow- and remove it upward.
Installing
- If parts of the seat belt system are removed due to an accident, replace the belt system mounting bolts.
- Insert the three-point seat belt with the anti-twist mechanism and bolt -2- into the mount -3-.
- Push the three-point seat belt -1- all the way forward in direction of -arrow- and tighten the bolt at the same time.
Versions with Rear Seat Belt Tensioner Igniter
WARNING
- Follow all Safety Precautions when working with pyrotechnic components. Refer to → Chapter "Pyrotechnic Components Safety Precautions".
- Before handling pyrotechnic components (for example, connecting the connector), the person handling it must "discharge static electricity". This can be done by touching the door striker, for example.
Note
- Make sure the connectors are installed correctly and are secure.
- Make sure the wires do not get caught.
WARNING
Ignition must be on when connecting battery. If pyrotechnic components (for example, airbag, belt tensioner) are not repaired correctly, they may deploy unintentionally after connecting battery. There must not be anyone inside the vehicle when connecting the battery.
DANGER!
When working on vehicles with the ignition already switched on or that are ready to drive there is a danger of the engine starting unexpectedly and of being poisoned by gas in enclosed areas. Risk of body parts and/or clothing being clamped or pulled.
Perform the following before switching on the ignition:
- Move the selector lever into P.
- Activate the parking brake
- Turn off the ignition.
- Open the hood
- Connect the charger, such as the Battery Charger -VAS5095A- to the jump start of the 12V vehicle electrical system.
- Turn on the ignition.
- Connect the battery GND cable with the ignition turned on. Refer to → Electrical Equipment; Rep. Gr.27; Battery; Battery, Disconnecting and Connecting.
Continuation for All Vehicles
Install in reverse order of removal.
Installation notes, for example tightening specifications, replacing components. Refer to → Chapter "Overview - Rear Center Three-Point Seat Belt".
Rear Three Point Seat Belt in Rear Seat Backrest, Removing and Installing
Removing
- Remove the rear bench seat. Refer to → Chapter "Seat Bench/Single Seat, Removing and Installing".
- Remove the right 2/3 rear seat backrest. Refer to → Chapter "Rear Seat Backrest, Removing and Installing".
- Remove the backrest cover and backrest cushion from the rear seat bench. Refer to → Chapter "Cover and Cushion, Removing and Installing, Divided Rear Seat Backrest".
Versions with Rear Seat Belt Tensioner Igniter
WARNING
- Follow all Safety Precautions when working with pyrotechnic components. Refer to → Chapter "Pyrotechnic Components Safety Precautions".
- Follow all regulations when disposing of pyrotechnic components. Refer to → Chapter "Airbag, Belt Tensioner and Battery Cut-Out Units, Storing, Transporting and Disposing".
- 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.
- Disconnect the connector -4-.
- To do this, release the connector lock -3- using a small screwdriver -1- and remove the electrical connector -2-.
Continuation for All Vehicles
- Remove the nut -1-.
- Disengage the three-point seat belt -2- and remove it.
- Guide out the seat belt -3-.
Installing
- If parts of the seat belt system are removed due to an accident, replace the belt system mounting bolts.
- Insert the three-point belt with the anti-twist mechanism -1- in the mount -2--arrow- and tighten the nut.
Versions with Rear Seat Belt Tensioner Igniter
WARNING
- Follow all Safety Precautions when working with pyrotechnic components. Refer to → Chapter "Pyrotechnic Components Safety Precautions".
- Before handling pyrotechnic components (for example, connecting the connector), the person handling it must "discharge static electricity". This can be done by touching the door striker, for example.
Note
- Make sure the connectors are installed correctly and are secure.
- Make sure the wires do not get caught.
WARNING
Ignition must be on when connecting battery. If pyrotechnic components (for example, airbag, belt tensioner) are not repaired correctly, they may deploy unintentionally after connecting battery. There must not be anyone inside the vehicle when connecting the battery.
DANGER!
When working on vehicles with the ignition already switched on or that are ready to drive there is a danger of the engine starting unexpectedly and of being poisoned by gas in enclosed areas. Risk of body parts and/or clothing being clamped or pulled.
Perform the following before switching on the ignition:
- Move the selector lever into P.
- Activate the parking brake
- Turn off the ignition.
- Open the hood
- Connect the charger, such as the Battery Charger -VAS5095A- to the jump start of the 12V vehicle electrical system.
- Turn on the ignition.
- Connect the battery GND cable with the ignition turned on. Refer to → Electrical Equipment; Rep. Gr.27; Battery; Battery, Disconnecting and Connecting.
Continuation for All Vehicles
Install in reverse order of removal.
Installation notes, for example tightening specifications, replacing components. Refer to → Chapter "Overview - Rear Center Three-Point Seat Belt".
