Guide Rail, Removing and Installing

1998 Audi A8 Sedan (4D2) V8-3.7L (AEW)SECTION Guide Rail, Removing and Installing


Guide Rail, Removing And Installing

Special tools and equipment







- VAS 1978

Work procedure
- Remove front seat.







- Electrical wiring - 2 - and - 3 - removed from connector - 4 -.
- Disconnect connectors - 1 -.
- Pull out connecting wire - 5 - with VAS1978 from connector housing - 6 -.
- Remove wiring from seat frame.







- Remove bolt - 6 -.
- Tightening torque: 20 Nm (15 ft.lb.)
- Slide guide rail slightly to back (arrow).
- Unhook guide rail from below.
RENDER: 1.0x

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.