Backrest Release Microswitch, Adjusting

Power Front Memory Seats

• From 06.2006, the usual wiring harness routing to connector station under front seat. Refer to => [ Connectors, Disconnecting ] Front Seats has been replaced with modular wiring routing => [ Modular Wiring Routing Assembly Overview, from June 2006 ] Front Seats.

• The modular wiring routing has not been implemented for all countries.

• Check version of front seat and of vehicle and perform repairs accordingly.

• Note the two possible versions of the modular wiring routing, Modular Light or Modular. Refer to => [ Modular Wiring Routing Versions ] Front Seats.

Backrest Release Microswitch, Adjusting

• Vehicles through 05.2002, VIN: 8H 3K 002 450: to prevent the head restraints or backrest adjustment from malfunctioning, attach a cable tie - 1 -.





1 - Cable Tie

2 - Connector

3 - Retainer

4 - Micro Switch Backrest Release

• Check the adjustment and function

- Remove backrest cover panel, refer to => [ Backrest Cover ] Power Front Memory Seats.

- Use a screwdriver to pry out circlip - 3 -.

- Move the micro switch - 4 - far enough until the backrest is switched off when the release lever is lifted 1/3.

- Check the backrest function on the adjusting switch:

- When the release lever is lifted 1/3, the backrest is not controlled.

- When the release lever is in its original position, the backrest is controlled.

- Correct the position of the micro switch if necessary - 4 - check the function again.

5 - Retainer Tabs (Qty. 2)