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72 11 071 Removing and installing/replacing front lower strap fitting (belt tensioner), front passenger seat

NOTE: Only F30 and F35 from Chinese production:
On these vehicles, the following part numbers must be installed when replacing the lower strap:
Production date Optional equipment SA5AL (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, refer to: SEAT BELT , or(1)
until  09/2013 not fitted 7 292 030 Lower strap, right 7 388 506 New part kit with lower strap and, refer to: SEAT BELT , or (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 equipment 7 292 030 Lower strap, right 7 259 388 Lower strap, 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
(1) When a new part is installed, the seat belt must also be replaced on vehicles with production date before 09/2013 without optional equipment SA5AL (Active Protection)!

(Seat belt is included in the new part kit.)

Necessary preliminary work: 

WARNING: Read and comply with SAFETY REGULATIONS , 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.

Switch off the ignition!

Installation note: 

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: 

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Release screw (1).

Tightening torque, refer to: 72 11 05AZ .

Remove belt pretensioner (3).

Installation note: 

Replace screw (1).

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

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