52 14 031 Removing and installing/replacing backrest frame for left or right driver's seat

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove DRIVER'S SEAT .
Partially remove BACKREST COVER for front seat

NOTE: For purposes of clarity the following operations are shown with the backrest cover removed.

Detach clips (2).

Installation:

Replace faulty clips (2).

Unlock plug connections (1) and disconnect.

Detach wiring harness retainers from backrest frame.

Feed wiring harness out of backrest frame.

Fig 1: Locating Plug Connections And Clips

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Unclip left and right clips (1).

Unhook seat covers (2) on left and right.

Release left and right screws (3).

Tightening torque 52 10 2AZ .

Remove backrest frame.

Fig 2: Identifying Seat Covers, Clips And Screws

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Replacement only:

If necessary, remove LUMBAR CUSHION with DRIVE and VALVE BLOCK .
Remove SIDE AIRBAG
Remove complete BACKREST COVER
Remove CARRIER PLATE FOR REAR CABIN ENTERTAINMENT

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

Version with rear cabin monitor (RSE) only:

Blind rivet threaded pins for carrier plate must be reset.

Attach blind rivet thread pins with ZS 308 rivet gun (see BMW Workshop Equipment).

Fig 3: Locating Carrier Plate Rivet Threaded Pins

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