Passenger Occupant Detection System Deactivation Additional Safety Precautions, Market-Specific

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2017 Audi A3, 2016 Audi A3, and 2015 Audi A3. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

After each repair to the front passenger seat where the seat or backrest cover was >>removed<< , a basic setting of the passenger occupant detection system control module must be performed, refer to Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.
Do not bend the passenger occupant detection system mat.
A leaking mat must be replaced (service kit).
Do not bend the passenger occupant detection system pressure hose.
Make sure the components of the passenger occupant detection system do not fall onto hard surfaces, do not come into contact with grease and do not risk damage by resting against sharp objects.
The mat, the fleece and various covers must be fitted to be free of folds.
Ensure the seat upholstery and cover are positioned correctly when installing.
Replace all upholstery clips or clips and make sure they are positioned correctly on the seat.
The system basic setting can be performed at temperatures between 0 °C (32 °F) and 40 °C (104 °F) with 8.R and 9.* airbags. The temperature must be between 5 °C and 35 °C (41 °F and 95 °F) with 10.* airbags.
Make sure that no objects are placed on seat when performing basic setting.
The use of additional seat cushions such as pillows impairs the function of the passenger occupant detection system and the operation of the airbag system.