52 14 018 Removing and installing/replacing seat frame for front passenger seat

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove FRONT PASSENGER SEAT
Remove seat cover. See SEAT COVER (NORMAL/ELECTRICAL SEAT) , SEAT COVER (SPORTS SEAT) , or SEAT COVER (COMFORT SEAT) .
Remove BACKREST FRAME on front seat.

Release all clips.

Installation note:

If necessary, replace faulty clips.

Feed wiring harness (1) out of seat frame.

Fig 1: Locating Seat Frame Wiring Harness

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Open rivets (1) on left and right.

Remove securing strips (2) on left and right.

Release screws (3).

Tightening torque 52 10 6AZ .

Remove seat frame from seat rail.

Fig 2: Identifying Seat Frame Rivets, Strips And Screws

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