Additional Thorax Airbag Safety Precautions
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CAUTION:
- We recommend using original equipment seat covers.
- Seat covers or protective covers that are not specifically approved for use on Audi seats with thorax airbags must not be used.
- Do not cut backrest material in thorax airbag region.
- The seam in thorax airbag area must run straight when installing.
- All upholstery clips must be replaced (metal and plastic clips).
- We recommend using original upholstery clips.
- When installing, all upholstery clips must be placed in same places as when removed.
- If the cover is damaged (with rips, burned holes, etc.) in the thorax airbag area, it must be replaced for safety reasons so that airbag deploys correctly.
- Do not make repairs to backrest cover in thorax airbag region (due to special materials and strictly defined seams).
- The backrest padding must be replaced if the thorax airbag deploys.
- All damaged parts must be replaced after a collision. If there is no damage detected on the airbag unit, the airbag unit can still be reused.
- If the thorax airbag units are replaced, the new thorax airbag number sticker should be removed and placed over old sticker on the seat pan.
- Do not poke cover with upholstery needle or other sharp objects in airbag and sensor mat region.