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Connectors, disconnecting

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Fig 1: Identifying Connector Station Rear Cover
GWWA72-10333Courtesy of AUDI OF AMERICA, LLC
NOTE:

The connector station is located in the vehicle floor under the front seat area.

WARNING:

Follow all Safety Precautions when working with pyrotechnic components. Refer to PYROTECHNIC COMPONENTS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .

-- Push the headrest into the lowest position.

-- Move the front seat all the way to the rear and then into its highest position.

-- Disconnect the battery ground cable with the ignition turned on. Refer to BATTERY, DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING .

-- Unclip the cover -1- in the front using the Trim Removal Wedge 3409 and remove cover in the -direction of arrow- from the connector station -2-.

-- Remove wiring bracket -3- at the top from the connector station by releasing retaining tabs.

Fig 2: Locating Cover, Connector Station & Wiring Bracket
GWWA72-11288Courtesy 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.

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.
  1. Disconnect side airbag electrical harness connector -1- by releasing retaining tabs.
  2. Seat heating
  3. Seat adjustment voltage supply
  4. Seat Belt Latch
  5. Airbag adapter, connecting
Fig 3: Airbag Adapter VAS 6282
GWWA69-10669Courtesy of AUDI OF AMERICA, LLC

-- Connect the Airbag Lockout Adapter VAS 6282 to the side airbag connector.

CAUTION:

The Airbag Lockout Adapter VAS 6282 must stay connected to seat until seat is installed again.

NOTE:

Ensure airbag adapter engages correctly.