52 14 020 Removing and installing/replacing seat frame on left or right front seat (normal/electric)

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 BMW 550i, 2009 BMW 550i, and 2008 BMW 550i. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove FRONT SEAT
Remove BACKREST FRAME
Remove BOTH SEAT RAILS on front seat
Remove SEAT COVER FOR FRONT SEAT

Release fastening elements (1) on left and right.

Remove component (2) on left and right.

Remove complete seat wiring harness.

If necessary, remove DRIVE FOR ACTIVE SEAT .

Fig 1: Identifying Fastening Elements On Left And Right

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Installation:

When replacing backrest or seat frame, break off centering hooks (1) from seat frame.

Fig 2: Break Off Centering Hooks From Seat Frame

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NOTE: The new seat frame part contains all the drives.