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Torsion Bar, Removing And Installing: Installing

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WARNING:

The torsion bar exhibits considerable spring force. Always follow the points below to avoid accidents:

  • Always remove and install the torsion bar in the sequence described and only using the tools specified.
  • Never use pliers and other levers.
  • Do not stand directly in front of the torsion bar when removing and installing it. Stand off to the side.

-- Slide the torsion bar -1- into the mount until the end -arrow- comes into contact with the seat pan -2-.

Fig 1: Slide Torsion Bar Into Mount Until End Comes Into Contact With Seat Pan
GWWA72-10832Courtesy of AUDI OF AMERICA, LLC

-- Make sure that the torsion bar -2- correctly sits in the bracket -arrow- of the seat pan -1-.

Fig 2: Ensuring Torsion Bar Is Seated In Mounting Bracket Correctly
GWWA72-10833Courtesy of AUDI OF AMERICA, LLC

-- Prevent the Engine Sling - Engine Bracket 2024 A /1 using the M10x30 bolt -item 3- and nut from spreading.

Fig 3: Mount 3145 With Bracket 2024 A /1 And Threaded Connection Without Shackle To Torsion Bar
GWWA72-10834Courtesy of AUDI OF AMERICA, LLC

-- Position the Driveshaft Handle 3145 with the Engine Sling - Engine Bracket 2024 A /1 on the torsion bar -1-.

-- Carefully turn torsion bar -1- until it can be hooded in the slot -arrow- of the seat pan.

Fig 4: Carefully Rotate Torsion Bar Until It Disengages From Oblong Hole -Arrow- On The Seat Pan
GWWA72-10831Courtesy of AUDI OF AMERICA, LLC

Installation is performed in reverse order of removal, while noting the following:

WARNING:
  • Follow all Safety Precautions when working with pyrotechnic components. Refer to 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.
  • Observe all measures when installing the front seat. Refer to Installing .
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