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HOMESERVICE MANUALSVOLKSWAGEN2002GOLF GLS (1J1) L4-2.0L (AZG)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY AND FRAMESEATSSERVICE AND REPAIRREMOVAL AND REPLACEMENTFRONT SEATLUMBAR SUPPORT, REMOVING AND INSTALLING
2002 Volkswagen Golf GLS (1J1) L4-2.0L (AZG)
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.
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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.