Additional Thorax Airbag Safety Precautions

Using original seat covers is recommended.
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 out the backrest material in the thorax airbag area.
The seam in thorax airbag area must run straight when installing.
All upholstery clips must be replaced (metal and plastic clips).
Only use original upholstery clips.
During installation, all upholstery clips must be placed in the same place they were when they were removed.
If the cover is damaged (with rips, burned holes, etc.) in thorax airbag region, it must be replaced for safety reasons so that airbag deploys correctly.
Do not repair the backrest cover in the thorax airbag area (because of special materials and strictly defined seams).
Always replace the backrest cushion if the thorax airbag deploys.
All damaged parts must be replaced after a collision. If no airbag unit damage is detected, the airbag unit can still be used.
If thorax airbag units are replaced, the new thorax airbag number sticker should be removed and placed over the old sticker on the seat pan.
Do not poke the cover with an upholstery needle or other sharp objects near the airbag, the Passenger Seat Occupant Detection Sensor -G128- or the passenger occupant detection system mat in the cover.