52 13 000 Removing and installing left or right front seat (Normal)
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Open convertible top
- Disconnect BATTERY NEGATIVE LEAD
IMPORTANT:
An airbag module and a pyrotechnical seat belt tensioner are installed in the front seat.
Improper handling can lead to triggering of the pyrotechnical seat belt pretensioner or side airbag, resulting in injuries.
Improper handling can lead to triggering of the pyrotechnical seat belt pretensioner or side airbag, resulting in injuries.
Installation:
- Powerlok screws must be replaced and must not be reused
- Powerlok screws are mechanical screw locks with trilobular threads
- Screws are fitted with a Torx Plus system and can be released with a standard Torx screwdriver
Move seat to upper back position.
Release and dispose of screws (1).
Move seat forwards and position flush with seat runners.
Unclip release tab (2) for belt anchor fitting trim (1) with plastic wedge.
Release screw (1).
Tightening torque 72 11 2AZ .
Remove anchor fitting (2).
Installation:
Make sure anchor fitting (2) is correctly seated on seat mechanism pin.
Release and dispose of screws (1).
Disconnect plug connection (1).
IMPORTANT:
Cover door sill with protective covers (risk of damage).
Lift out front seat.
Installation:
- Carpet must not get between seat rails and floor pan in area of fastening points (grating noises)
- Replace microencapsulated screws
- Insert all screws loose to avoid twisting
- Tighten down all screws to specified torque
Tightening torque 52 10 1AZ .
WARNING:
When carrying out further work on the front seat, it is absolutely imperative to observe the SAFETY REGULATIONS
on handling airbag modules and pyrotechnical seat belt tensioners
Improper handling can lead to triggering of the pyrotechnical seat belt pretensioner or side airbag, resulting in injuries.
Improper handling can lead to triggering of the pyrotechnical seat belt pretensioner or side airbag, resulting in injuries.