52 14 000 Removing and installing left or right front seat (normal/electric)

NOTE: For removal with faulty gear for longitudinal seat adjustment, refer to 52 14 899 ADDITIONAL WORK (NORMAL/ELECTRIC) WITH DEFECTIVE DRIVE FOR LONGITUDINAL ADJUSTMENT .

Remove front head restraint, refer to 52 17 390 REMOVING AND INSTALLING OR REPLACING FRONT LEFT OR RIGHT HEAD RESTRAINTS (COMFORT) .

WARNING: Observe safety regulations for handling airbag modules and pyrotechnical seatbelt tensioners.
Incorrect or improper handling may trigger the pyrotechnical belt tensioner or side airbag and thereby cause injury.

Move front seat forwards/upwards as far as possible.

Switch off ignition!

Release seatbelt screw (1) and feed out seatbelt strap (2).

Fig 1: Releasing Seatbelt Screw

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Installation:

Tightening torque - 45 N.m.

Move front seat forwards/upwards as far as possible. Release screws (1).

Fig 2: Remove Rear Seat Track Bolts

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Tightening torque, refer to 52 10 1AZ in SEATS - TIGHTENING TORQUES - X5 .

Move front seat backwards/downwards as far as possible.

If necessary, unclip protective caps upwards. Unfasten screws (3).

Fig 3: Remove Rear Seat Track Bolts & Disconnect Plug Connection

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Move seat runners forward so that they are flush.

Unlock lock (1) and disconnect plug connection (2).

CAUTION: Cover door sill with protective covers (risk of damage).

Lift out front seat.

Installation:

Floor carpet must not enter area between seat rails and floor panel beside screw points (grating noises).

Tightening torque, refer to 52 10 1AZ in SEATS - TIGHTENING TORQUES - X5 .