Rear Cup Holder - Damaged

Group: 68

Number: 99-01

Date: May 10, 1999

Subject:
Rear Cup Holder, Damaged

Model(s):
A6 Sedan, Avant 1998, 1999

Condition

Cup holder opens too easily and is inadvertently damaged by rear seat occupant.

Production

Cup holder opening spring force increased as of Jan. 1999, beginning with VIN: 48_XN070943.

Service

Replace damaged cup holders with Part No: 4B0 885 995A 01C as follows:

CAUTION!
Part numbers are for reference only. Always check with your Parts Dept. for the latest parts in formation.





- Using screwdriver, pry out cup holder trim -4- from latches -3-.

- With cup holder trim removed:

- Open cup holders.

- Using screwdriver, push up latches -2- (2x).

CAUTION!
Do not push down on the screwdriver, damage to the cup holder may result.

- Pull out cup holders -1-.

Note:
Cup holder frame is built into the rear seat (foam) and is not available as a replacement part.

When procedure applies to vehicles within the New Vehicle Limited Warranty, use the following:

Damage Code: 6830

Labor Operation: 6830213 15TU