Audi Q7: Airbag Adapter, Connecting and Disconnecting
Special tools and workshop equipment
required
- Airbag Lockout Adapter -VAS6282-
Disconnecting the Airbag Connector
- Unclip the cable holder -1-.
WARNING
- Follow all safety precautions when working on
pyrotechnic components. Refer to
→ Chapter "Safety Precautions for Pyrotechnic
Components".
- Before handling pyrotechnic components (for example,
disconnecting the connector), the person handling it
must "discharge static electricity". This can be done by
briefly touching the door striker pin, for example.
- Disconnect the connector -2-
for the thorax airbag from the connector station by releasing
the tabs.
3 - For versions with seat heating
4 - For seat belt latch, outer seat
5 - For seat belt latch, center seat
- Connect the -VAS6282- to the thorax airbag connector.
Caution
The -VAS6282- must stay connected to seat until the
seat is installed again.
Note
Ensure the airbag adapter engages correctly.
Connecting the Airbag Connector
WARNING
- Follow all safety precautions when working on pyrotechnic
components. Refer to → Chapter "Safety Precautions for Pyrotechnic
Components".
- Before handling pyrotechnic components (for example, connecting the
connector), the person handling it must
"discharge static electricity". This can be done by
briefly touching the door striker pin, for example.
Connecting the airbag connectors happens in reverse order,
noting the following:
Note
Make sure the connectors are pushed in all the way and that
they engage audibly.
WARNING
Repairing pyrotechnic components (for example the
airbag and seat belt tensioner) incorrectly increases
the risk of unintentional deployments when the battery
is connected.
- The ignition must be on when connecting the battery.
- For personal safety when connecting the battery,
stay out of the deployment area of the airbag and
maintain a distance from the seat belt tensioners/seat
belts.
- Make sure that there are no other people inside the
vehicle at the time when the battery is connected.
- Connect the battery ground cable with the ignition turned
on. Refer to
→ Electrical Equipment; Rep. Gr.27; Battery; Battery,
Disconnecting and Connecting.
Note
If the Airbag Indicator Lamp -K75- indicates a fault, check
the Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) memory, erase it and check it
again using the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.
Modular Wiring Routing, Disconnecting and Connecting
Special tools and workshop equipment
required
- Engine/Transmission Holder - Seat Repair Fixture -VAS6136-
Individual Wire, Removing
WARNING
- Follow all safety precautions when working on
pyrotechnic components. Refer to
→ Chapter "Safety Precautions for Pyrotechnic
Components".
- Before handling pyrotechnic components (for example,
disconnecting the connector), the person handling it
must "discharge static electricity". For example, this
can be done by briefly touching the door striker.
- Remove the seat. Refer to
→ Chapter "Bench Seat/Single Seat, Removing and Installing".
- Secure the seat on the -VAS6136-. Refer to
→ Chapter "Front Seat, Mounting on Fixture for Seat Repair".
- Open the front cable holder -1-
using a screwdriver.
- Open the rear cable holder -2-
for the wire routing on the seat pan using a screwdriver to
release the hook -2-.
- Remove the cable holder from the corrugated tube
-3-.
- Disconnect the halves of the corrugated tube.
- Cut the cable tie if necessary to remove a single wire.
Note
Replacing a faulty wire or thorax airbag. Refer to
→ Electrical Equipment General Information; Rep. Gr.97; Wiring
Harness and Connector Repair; Wiring Harnesses, Repairing
or
→ Chapter "Rear Thorax Airbag Wire, Removing and Installing".
- Cut through the cable tie and remove the individual wire.
Individual Wire, Installing
WARNING
- Follow all safety precautions when working on
pyrotechnic components. Refer to
→ Chapter "Safety Precautions for Pyrotechnic
Components".
- Before handling pyrotechnic components (for example,
connecting a connector), the person handling it must
"discharge static electricity". For example, this can be
done by briefly touching the door striker.
- Follow all the instructions when installing the
front seat. Refer to
→ Chapter "Front Seat, Removing and Installing".
Install in reverse order of removal and note the following:
- When bundling and placing individual wires, make sure the
wires are not twisted.
Note
- During installation, all cable ties, cable holders and clips
must be installed at the same location.
- Make sure the connectors are pushed in all the way and that
they engage audibly.
Installation instructions: for example tightening
specifications, replacing components. Refer to
→ Chapter "Overview - Bench Seat/Single Seat".
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Removing
- Release the hooks in direction of
-arrows- and remove the trim panel forward.
Installing
Install in reverse order of removal.
Installation notes, for example tightening specification
Special tools and workshop equipment
required
Pry Lever -80-200-
Removing
- Fold the seat forward.
- Place the -80-200- on the trim panel and pry it off in
direction of -arrow-.
Instal
Special tools and workshop equipment
required
Backrest Panel Tool -3370-
Removing
- Fold the seat forward.
- Fix the -3370- on the trim -1-
for the rear seat backrest locking mechanism
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General information
Applies to: vehicles with Audi adaptive cruise control
Depending on vehicle equipment, Audi adaptive
cruise control may consist of the following functions:
Within the limits of the system, the adaptive
speed and distance control assists the driver in
controlling the speed and the
1 - Loading Sill Lowering Control Head -E682-
With the following integrated components
Load Level Button -E539-
Power Pivoting Trailer Hitch Button -E474-, equipment level
Component Location Overview. Refer to
→ Electrical Equipment; Rep. Gr.96; Controls; Compon