52 14 023 Removing and installing / replacing drive for left or right active seat

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove front seat
Remove seat cover with padding for front seat

Release bolts (1).

Move seat back.

Installation:

Tightening torque: 52 10 6AZ . See 10 FRONT SEATS .

Fig 1: Identifying Bolts

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Unclip drive units (1) with supports on left and right from flex mat.

NOTE: If necessary, release clips (2). Remove drive units (1) from supports (3).
Feed drive units (1) through flex mat towards bottom.
Detach retaining points for drive in area (4).

Fig 2: Remove Drive Units With Supports On Left And Right From Flex Mat

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Disconnect plug connection.

Remove drive (1).

NOTE: Drive unit can only be replaced as a complete unit.

Fig 3: Identifying Drive Unit

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