52 13 000 Removing and installing left or right front seat (normal / manual): Notes

Adjust front seat as far forward and upward as possible.

IMPORTANT: Note safety regulations on handling airbag modules and pyrotechnical seatbelt tensioners, refer to AIR BAG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . Improper handling can lead to triggering of the pyrotechnical seat belt tensioner or side airbag, resulting in injuries. Switch off ignition. Unfasten seatbelt screw.

Fig 1: Removing Seatbelt Screw

Pull retainer (1) backwards to unlock and pull inwards to remove. Lift Bowden cable (2) forwards to remove for seat belt adjustment.

Fig 2: Identifying Retainer And Bowden Cable

IMPORTANT: Failure to comply with this disassembly sequence causes the web (4) to break, thus destroying the finisher. Adjust front seat to maximum forward position.

Fig 3: Adjusting Front Seat To Maximum Forward Position

Raise finisher slightly on detent head.
Unfasten and raise inner clip lugs.
Pull finisher backwards to remove.

Disconnect connector (1) and remove (2).

Fig 4: Disconnecting Connector From Seat

Unfasten screws.

Move front seat as far back as possible.