72 11 070 Removing and installing/replacing front lower strap fitting (belt tensioner), driver's seat
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NOTE:
Only F30 and F35 from Chinese production:
On these vehicles, the following part numbers must be installed when replacing the lower strap:
On these vehicles, the following part numbers must be installed when replacing the lower strap:
| Production date | Optional equipment S5ALA (Active Protection) | Faulty part | Required new part | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Part number | Parts | Part number | Parts | ||||
| until 09/2013 |
not fitted | 7 292 029 | Lower strap, left | 7 388 505 | New part kit with lower strap and SEAT BELT (1) | ||
| until 09/2013 |
not fitted | 7 292 030 | Lower strap, right | 7 388 506 | New part kit with lower strap and SEAT BELT (1) | ||
| until 09/2013 |
Installed as optional equipment | 7 292 029 | Lower strap, left | 7 259 387 | Lower strap, left | ||
| until 09/2013 |
Installed as optional | 7 292 030 | Lower strap, right | 7 259 388 | Lower strap, equipment right | ||
| from 09/2013 |
Installed after series production | 7 292 029 | Lower strap, left | 7 259 387 | Lower strap, left | ||
| from 09/2013 |
Installed after series production | 7 292 030 | Lower strap, right | 7 259 388 | Lower strap, right | ||
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(Seat belt is included in the new part kit.)
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove DRIVER'S SEAT .
WARNING:
Read and comply with SAFETY REGULATIONS for handling airbag modules and pyrotechnical belt tensioners.
Improper handling can lead to triggering of the pyrotechnical seat belt tensioner or side airbag, resulting in injuries.
Improper handling can lead to triggering of the pyrotechnical seat belt tensioner or side airbag, resulting in injuries.
Switch off the ignition!
Installation note:
- Microencapsulated screws must be replaced and may not be reused
- The screw connection must be closed within 20 minutes (start of hardening)
- Microencapsulated screws must not be retightened
- If the nut is used on more than one occasion, first clean the thread
Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.
Unlock plug connection (3) and pull all connectors out of connector housing (2).
Disconnect all cable straps.
Removing wiring harness.
Installation note:
- Replace cable strap.
- Cables must not be under tension
- Plugs are coded and must be reinstalled in the correct sequence in the connector housing
Release screw (1).
Tightening torque 72 11 05AZ .
Remove belt pretensioner (3).
Installation note:
Replace screw (1).
Belt tensioner (3) is secured through recess (2) on retaining bracket.