52 13 025 Removing and installing/replacing left or right seat mechanism (normal/manual)

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove seat cover for front seat
Remove BACKREST FRAME on front seat
Remove seat belt tensioner
Remove control unit for seat heating

Disconnect all cable ties.

Unlock plug housing (1) from flexmat and disconnect.

Release seat wiring harness (2) from cable holders on seat mechanism.

Fig 1: Locating Plug Housing And Seat Wearing Harness

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Replacement only:

The seat mechanism is supplied complete with corresponding drive units.