{"product_id":"vw-transporter-t5-right-driver-seat-frame-spacer-sleeves-bolts-7h0881493-81","title":"VW TRANSPORTER T5 Right Driver Seat Frame Spacer Sleeves \u0026 Bolts 7H0881493 #81","description":"\u003cp\u003e#81\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eGENUINE VW TRANSPORTER T5 RIGHT O\/S DRIVER SEAT FRAME SPACER SLEEVES \u0026amp; 4 BOLTS – 7H0881493\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eGenuine used Volkswagen front seat frame spacer sleeves with 4 mounting bolts \/ fixings, removed from the right-hand O\/S driver’s seat of a VW Transporter T5.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese components form part of the front seat frame \/ seat base mounting arrangement, providing the correct spacing and secure mounting of the seat assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpacer Part Number: 7H0881493\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOE Number: 7H0 881 493\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpacer Size: 54 × 14 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePart Type: Seat Frame Spacer Sleeves \u0026amp; Mounting Bolts\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePosition: Front Seat\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eVehicle Side: Right \/ O\/S – UK Driver Side\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eQuantity Supplied: Spacer Sleeves + 4 Bolts \/ Fixings as pictured\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eApplication: Seat Frame \/ Seat Base Mounting\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eManufacturer: Genuine Volkswagen \/ VAG OEM\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCondition: Used\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eSuitable for applicable:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eVolkswagen Transporter T5\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e* 2003–2009\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Panel Van\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Kombi\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Shuttle\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Caravelle\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Relevant cab configurations\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eVolkswagen Transporter T5.1\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e* 2010–2015\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 7H0881493 spacer sleeve is documented in VW seat-frame diagrams on both early and facelift T5 vehicles. VW’s 2008 and 2010 parts diagrams both identify 7H0881493 as the seat-frame spacer sleeve.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe same spacer also continued into applicable T6 seat configurations, with VW parts data showing 7H0881493 in 2019 seat-frame assemblies.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003ePart Number Information\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e7H0881493 = Spacer Sleeve\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eGenuine VW parts information specifies the sleeve as:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e54 × 14 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe associated VW seat-frame diagrams also identify:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e7E0881700 – Double Stud \/ Seat Fixing\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSize: M10 × 21 \/ M10 × 17\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe exact bolts\/fixings included in this listing are the 4 items shown in the photographs, so buyers should compare them with their original hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eSeat Frame \/ Mounting Information\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese spacers are positioned around the seat frame \/ seat base mounting arrangement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eTheir purpose is to provide the correct spacing between the seat assembly and its mounting points.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eCorrect spacers and fixings help maintain:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Correct seat mounting height\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Proper seat-frame positioning\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Secure mounting of the seat\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Correct alignment of the seat rails\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Correct distribution of mounting loads\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eImportant Quantity Information\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eTHIS LISTING INCLUDES 4 BOLTS \/ MOUNTING FIXINGS.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe listing is for the spacer sleeves and 4 bolts\/fixings shown in the photographs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease check the photographs carefully to confirm the exact quantity and type of hardware supplied.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eTechnical Information\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eVW parts diagrams identify 7H0881493 as a separate component within the front-seat frame assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe spacer is also documented for both RHD and LHD configurations, so the part itself should not be treated as exclusively right-side-specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eYour supplied set, however, was removed from the:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eFRONT → RIGHT \/ O\/S → DRIVER SEAT\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eon a UK RHD Transporter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eCommon Reasons for Replacement\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese parts may be required when:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Replacing a front seat or seat frame\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Converting or changing seat bases\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Original spacers are missing\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Original bolts\/fixings are missing\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Seat has previously been removed\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Mounting hardware is damaged\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Restoring the original seat installation\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Installing a replacement driver’s seat frame\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eInstallation\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese components should be installed in their original factory positions within the seat mounting arrangement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eBefore installation:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Check all 4 supplied bolts\/fixings\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Inspect spacer sleeves for damage\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Check seat-frame mounting points\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Check floor mounting threads\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Ensure the correct spacer position\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Ensure the seat frame sits correctly\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Tighten all seat fixings to the appropriate VW specification\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eImportant Safety Information\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eFront seats and their mounting hardware are safety-related components.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe seat must be securely mounted to the vehicle structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eDo not reuse mounting hardware that is:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Bent\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Cracked\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Heavily corroded\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Thread damaged\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Otherwise structurally compromised\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eAfter installation, ensure the seat is completely secure before the vehicle is used.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eProgramming \/ Coding\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo programming or coding required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese are mechanical seat-mounting components.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eImportant Compatibility Note\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease match part number 7H0881493 and compare the spacer sleeves and all 4 supplied bolts\/fixings with your original components before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eVW used different front-seat configurations, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Single front seats\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Double passenger seats\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Swivel\/captain-seat arrangements\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Seats with second-battery installations\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Different seat bases and frames\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor example, VW parts data lists a different 7H0881667 spacer 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