67 31 511 Removing and installing/replacing drive for seat tilt adjustment (front seat removed)

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Disconnect plug connection (4).

NOTE: Secure drive for seat tilt adjustment (5) against falling out.

Loosen screws (1).

Remove drive for seat tilt adjustment (5) with fixture for plug connection (3) in direction of arrow from flange (2).

If necessary, remove inner drive shaft from drive for seat tilt adjustment (5).

Fig 1: Removing Drive For Seat Tilt Adjustment

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Installation:

Make sure drive shaft (1) is correctly seated.

Ensure fixture for plug connection (3) and drive for seat tilt adjustment (4) on flange (2) are correctly seated.

Fig 2: Identifying Drive Shaft

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