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52 16 000 Removing and installing left or right front seat

WARNING: Observe safety regulations for handling AIRBAG modules and pyrotechnical seatbelt tensioners.

Incorrect handling may trigger the pyrotechnical seatbelt tensioner or side AIRBAG and thereby cause injuries.

Turn off ignition! 

Run seat back as far as possible.

Release screws (1) at front.

Installation: 

Tightening torque 52 10 1AZ. Refer to SEATS - TIGHTENING TORQUES .

Fig 1: Releasing Screws At Front
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Open belt guide (1).

Tilt backrest forwards.

Fig 2: Tilting Backrest Forwards
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Run seat as far forward as possible.

Fig 3: Releasing Screws At Rear
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Release screws (1) at rear.

Installation: 

Tightening torque 52 10 1AZ. Refer to SEATS - TIGHTENING TORQUES .

CAUTION: Switch off terminal "R" or disconnect battery.

Raise seat at rear.

Unfasten seatbelt screw (1)

Fig 4: Removing Seatbelt Screw
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Installation: 

Tightening torque, 48 Nm.

Disconnect plug connection (1) under seat.

Lift out seat.

Fig 5: Disconnecting Plug Connection Under Seat
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