Audi Q3: Center Armrest, Removing and Installing
Center Armrest, Removing and Installing
Removing
- Fold up the rear center armrest 2/3.
- Remove the bolts -arrows-.
- Remove the rear center armrest -1- from the pass-through door -2-.
Installing
Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following:
Installation notes, for example tightening specifications, replacing components. Refer to → Chapter "Overview - Center Armrest".
Cupholder, Removing and Installing
Special tools and workshop equipment required
- Trim Removal Wedge -3409-
Removing
- Fold down the center armrest.
- Pry off the trim -1- using the Trim Removal Wedge -3409--arrow-.
- Remove the trim from the center armrest.
- Open the flap -1- on the cupholder.
- Release the spring -2- using a screwdriver and carefully remove the cupholder alternating between the sides.
Installing
Install in reverse order of removal.
Installation notes, for example tightening specifications, replacing components. Refer to → Chapter "Overview - Center Armrest".
Special Tools
Special tools and workshop equipment required
- Assembly Tool -3399-
- Trim Removal Wedge -3409-
- Pop Rivet Pliers -VAG1753B-
- Drill
- Protective eyewear
- Airbag Lockout Adapter -VAS6282-
- Universal Vehicle Protector -VAS871 001-
- Engine and Gearbox Bracket -VAS6095A-
- Engine/Transmission Holder - Seat Repair Fixture -VAS6136-
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Overview - Seat Pan Cover and Cushion
Overview - Seat Pan Cover and Cushion, Standard/Folding Seat
Note
The illustration shows versions with a fabric cover.
1 - Seat Pan
2 - Seat Cushion
Seat cover a
Seat Pan Cover and Cushion, Removing and Installing
Seat Pan Cover and Padding, Removing and Installing, Standard/Folding
Seat
Special tools and workshop equipment
required
Backrest Panel Tool -3370-
Removing
WARNING
Follow aSEE MORE:
Storage areas and compartments
Depending on vehicle equipment, there are a variety
of storage areas, compartments, and retainers,
such as the glove compartment, for safely
storing and securing objects.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury, make sure all
storage compartments are always closed
while driving.
Loose objects can
Rear Bumper Cover, Removing and Installing
Caution
If the vehicle has lane change assistance, the lane
change assistance control module -J769-/-J770- must be
recalibrated. Refer to
→ Electrical Equipment; Rep. Gr.96; Lane Change
Assistance; Lane Change Assistance, Calibrating.
Special tools and workshop e