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72 11 041 Removing and installing or replacing front left or right lower belt fitting (seat belt pretensioner)

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

WARNING: Read and comply with SAFETY REGULATIONS  for handling airbag modules and pyrotechnical belt pretensioners.
Improper handling can lead to triggering of the pyrotechnical seat belt pretensioner or side airbag, resulting in injuries.

Switch off ignition!

Installation: 

Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.

Unlock plug connection (3) and pull all plugs out of plug housing (2).

Disconnect all cable ties.

Removing wiring harness.

Installation: 

Fig 1: Pulling Connectors Out Of Connector Housing
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Only in event of replacement for E87 with build date before 09/2004: 

New seat belt tensioners are supplied with seat belt buckle contacts which are not required before this build date.

NOTE: Clear all fault memories and code car again.
Fig 2: Disconnecting Contacts At Pin 14 And Pin 15
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Release screw (1).

Tightening torque: 72 11 6AZ .

Remove belt pretensioner (3).

Installation: 

Replace screw (1).

Belt tensioner (3) is secured through recess (2) to retaining bracket.

Fig 3: Identifying Belt Pretensioner, Recess And Screws
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