Audi Q7: Overview - Cover and Cushion, Second Row Backrest

1 - Molding
- Sewn into cover
- For attaching the cover to the backrest frame
- Check for proper seating
2 - Cover
- Removing and installing. Refer to
→ Chapter "Cover and Cushion, Removing and Installing, Outer Second Row
Backrest".
- Cover and cushion, separating. Refer to
→ Chapter "Cover and Cushion, Separating, Outer Second/Third Row
Backrest".
- Check that there are no folds after installing
3 - Molding
- Sewn into cover
- For attaching the cover to the backrest frame
- Check for proper seating
4 - Wire
- Covered in foam padding
- For securing the cover to the cushion
5 - Contour Wire
- Pushed into the cover
- For securing the cover to the cushion
6 - Upholstery Clip
- For securing the cover to the cushion
- Replace after removing
- Install at the same location with Upholstery Clip Pliers -VAG1634-.
7 - Cushion
- Removing and installing. Refer to
→ Chapter "Cover and Cushion, Removing and Installing, Outer Second Row
Backrest".
- Cover and cushion, separating. Refer to
→ Chapter "Cover and Cushion, Separating, Outer Second/Third Row
Backrest".
8 - Backrest Frame
Overview - Cover and Cushion, Second Row Backrest with Center Armrest

1 - Molding
- Sewn into cover
- For attaching the cover to the backrest frame
- Check for proper seating
2 - Cover
- Removing and installing. Refer to
→ Chapter "Cover and Cushion, Removing and Installing, Center Second Row
Backrest".
- Cover and cushion, separating. Refer to
→ Chapter "Cover and Cushion, Separating, Center Second Row Backrest".
- Check that there are no folds after installing
3 - Molding
- Sewn into cover
- For attaching the cover to the wire frame
- Check for proper seating
4 - Wire
- Covered in foam padding
- For securing the cover to the cushion
5 - Contour Wire
- Pushed into the cover
- For securing the cover to the cushion
6 - Upholstery Clip
- For securing the cover to the cushion
- Replace after removing
- Install at the same location with Upholstery Clip Pliers -VAG1634-.
7 - Cushion
- Removing and installing. Refer to
→ Chapter "Cover and Cushion, Removing and Installing, Center Second Row
Backrest".
- Cover and cushion, separating. Refer to
→ Chapter "Cover and Cushion, Separating, Center Second Row Backrest".
8 - Expanding Clip
9 - Wire Frame
10 - Backrest Frame
Overview - Cover and Cushion, Third Row Backrest

1 - Cushion
- Covers and cushions, removing and installing. Refer to
→ Chapter "Cover and Cushion, Removing and Installing, Third Row
Backrest".
- Cover and cushion, separating. Refer to
→ Chapter "Cover and Cushion, Separating, Outer Second/Third Row
Backrest".
2 - Molding
- Sewn into cover
- For attaching the cover to the backrest frame
- Check for proper seating
3 - Cover
- Covers and cushions, removing and installing. Refer to
→ Chapter "Cover and Cushion, Removing and Installing, Third Row
Backrest".
- Cover and cushion, separating. Refer to
→ Chapter "Cover and Cushion, Separating, Outer Second/Third Row
Backrest".
- Check that there are no folds after installing
4 - Molding
- Sewn into cover
- For attaching the cover to the backrest frame
- Check for proper seating
5 - Wire
- Covered in foam padding
- For securing the cover to the cushion
6 - Contour Wire
- Pushed into the cover
- For securing the cover to the cushion
7 - Upholstery Clip
- For securing the cover to the cushion
- Replace after removing
- Install at the same location with Upholstery Clip Pliers -VAG1634-.
8 - Backrest Frame
Overview - Seat Heating Element

1 - Connector
2 - Left Rear Bench Seat Heating Element -Z10-
- Front passenger side: Right Rear Bench Seat Heating Element -Z12-
- The heating element is glued to the cushion
- Replacing. Refer to
→ Chapter "Seat Heating Element, Removing and Installing".
3 - Backrest Cushion
- When replacing, apply a new heating element. Refer to
→ Chapter "Backrest Heating Element, Removing and Installing".
4 - Left Rear Backrest Heating Element -Z11-
- Front passenger side: Right Rear Backrest Heating Element -Z13-
- The heating element is glued to the cushion
- Replacing. Refer to
→ Chapter "Backrest Heating Element, Removing and Installing".
5 - Connector
- For backrest heating element
6 - Seat Cushion
- When replacing, apply a new heating element. Refer to
→ Chapter "Seat Heating Element, Removing and Installing".
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Cover and Cushion, Removing and Installing, Second Row Seat Pan Low
Removing
- Remove the guide for the lower child seat anchor. Refer to
→ Chapter "Lower Child Seat Anchor Guide, Removing
Cover and Cushion, Separating, Second Row Seat Pan
Note
The removal and installation of the seat high is described.
Special tools and workshop equipment
required
Upholstery Clip Pliers -VAG
SEE MORE:
Visual Check
Components of the steering column must not show any
indications of damage.
Function Test
The steering column must turn without catching or difficulty
of movement.
The steering column must adjust easily from side to side and
vertically (this test is only possible when installed)
Rear Final Drive 0D2, Removing and installing. Audi Q7
Special tools and workshop equipment
required
-VAS6931-
Caution
This procedure contains mandatory replaceable parts.
Refer to component overview prior to starting procedure.
Mandatory Replacement Parts
Bolt - Front Bonded Rubber