DukeDesmo Posted October 5, 2008 Report Share Posted October 5, 2008 2004 A3 (2 door), when I release the front passenger seat for access to the rear the seatback will tilt forward but the seat base does not slide. The cable at the side of the seat that activates the slider mechanism isn't pulling anymore (drivers side is fine). Before I start taking apart (breaking?) anything I was wondering if anyone had any tips on what it might be as I can't see where the cable connects to without dismantling back and/or sides of seat. Thanks in advance for any help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cupramax Posted October 5, 2008 Report Share Posted October 5, 2008 If this is anything like the mechanism on the A4 Cab front seats its known issue that a lug breaks off the mechanism under the seat that unlatches the runner meaning the seat tilts but wont slide. I had mine replaced under warranty so I guess the dealers must hold the parts in stock as they did it while mine was in being serviced. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DukeDesmo Posted October 5, 2008 Author Report Share Posted October 5, 2008 OK probably is this, car's not in warranty any more but if it needs a new part then there's probably not much I can do today. I am due for DSG and Haldex oil change so I'll probably get them to check it then, was just wondering if it was something simple/cheap to fix. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ahaydock Posted October 8, 2008 Report Share Posted October 8, 2008 If this is anything like the mechanism on the A4 Cab front seats its known issue that a lug breaks off the mechanism under the seat that unlatches the runner meaning the seat tilts but wont slide. I had mine replaced under warranty so I guess the dealers must hold the parts in stock as they did it while mine was in being serviced. Yup had this on my A3 and had it done under warranty Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DukeDesmo Posted October 10, 2008 Author Report Share Posted October 10, 2008 Well, car's going in next Friday for some service work so I'll ask about some 'goodwill' on the seat, it's 4 1/2 years old. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DukeDesmo Posted October 18, 2008 Author Report Share Posted October 18, 2008 Dealer didn't have the part in so need to order it (quel surprise) the part costs 38 pence but they want £100 to fit it............. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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