Side Airbag Safety Precautions
Side Airbag Safety Precautions
CAUTION!
• We recommend using original equipment seat covers.
• Seat covers or extra covers that are not approved specially for use on Audi seats with side airbags must not be used.
• Do not cut backrest material in side airbag region.
• When installing, seam in side airbag region must run straight.
• All cushion clips must be replaced (metal and plastic clips).
• We recommend using original cushion clips.
• When installing, all cushion clips must be placed in same places as when removed.
• If cover is damaged (with rips, burned holes, etc.) in side airbag region, it must be replaced for safety reasons so that airbag deploys correctly.
• Do not make repairs to backrest cover in side airbag region (due to special materials and strictly defined seams).
• After side airbag deploys, backrest cushion must be replaced.
• After an accident, all damaged parts must be replaced. If there is no damaged detected to airbag unit, unit can still be used.
• If side airbag units are replaced, new side airbag number sticker should be removed and placed over old sticker on seat pan.
• Do not poke cover with cushion needle or other sharp objects in airbag and sensor mat region.