Lumbar Support, Removing and Installing

2002 Volkswagen Golf GLS (1J1) L4-2.0L (AZG)SECTION Lumbar Support, Removing and Installing


Lumbar Support, Removing And Installing

NOTE: lumbar support allows backrest adjustment in area of lumbar vertebra.

Removing
- Remove headrest guides.
- Remove seat.
- Remove backrest.
- Unclip trim on rear side at bottom and unhook upward.







- Separate beading strip - 1 - for cover - 2 - using a screwdriver - arrows -.












- Unhook tension wire - 1 - - arrows -.







- Remove adjusting knob - 1 -.







- Slide cover - 1 - up and remove bolts - 4 - for lumbar adjustment - 2 -.
- Remove lumbar adjustment - 2 - from backrest frame - 3 -.







- Unclip lumbar support - 1 - - arrows - and remove from backrest frame.

Installing
Installation is reverse of removal.
RENDER: 1.0x

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

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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