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

- 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, 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 Padding, Removing and Installing, Standard/Folding
Seat
Special tools and workshop equipment
required
Backrest Panel Tool -3370-
Removing
WARNING
Follow a
SEE MORE:
Air conditioning systems designed for refrigerant R12 are
only to be filled with refrigerant R134a if certain requirements
are fulfilled. Refer to
→ Chapter "Refrigerant Circuit, Converting R12 to R134a and
Servicing" and Repair manual: Air Conditioner with
R12 Parts 2 and 3. Thi
Applies to: vehicles with emergency call function
An emergency call is a combination of data transmission
and a phone call. Your vehicle uses data
transmission to forward important information,
such as the vehicle and position data, to an emergency
call center.
Depending on the country and the vehi