65 77 598 Replacing sensor mat for driver's seat occupancy detector

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove SEAT COVER FOR FRONT SEAT .

NOTE: The comfort seat with air conditioning is shown.

Remove sensor mat for driver's seat occupancy detector (1) from padding (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Driver's Seat Occupancy Detector And Padding

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IMPORTANT: To avoid malfunctions, make sure sensor mat (1) is cleanly laid:

Lay plug-in connection in designated recess.
Lay sensor mat (1) straight and without kinks (large bending radii).
If necessary, secure sensor mat (1) with adhesive tape provided.