72 11 050 Removing and installing/replacing front belt anchor fitting tensioner (driver seat only)

WARNING: Read and comply with safety regulations for handling airbag modules and pyrotechnical belt tensioners.
Improper handling can lead to triggering of the pyrotechnical seat belt tensioner or side airbag, resulting in injuries.

Switch off ignition!

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove upper rail trim . See 52 14... REMOVING AND INSTALLING OUTER UPPER RAIL TRIM WITH ELECTRIC ANCHOR FITTING TENSIONER (FROM 04/2004).

Disconnect cable straps.

Installation:

Replace faulty cable straps.

Plug connection must not be under tension.

Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.

Release screw (2).

Tightening torque 72 11 08AZ . See 11 SEAT BELTS .

Remove anchor fitting tensioner (3).

Installation:

Secure plug connection with felt strip against unlocking.

Fig 1: Identifying Anchor Fitting Tensioner, Plug Connection And Screw

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If necessary, detach felt.

Using screwdriver, press pin (1) into recess and release anchor fitting (2).

Installation:

Anchor fitting (2) is coded.

Fig 2: Identifying Pin And Anchor Fitting

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