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72 11 070 Removing and installing/replacing front lower strap fitting (belt tensioner), driver's 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 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 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 information 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: 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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