Removing and installing front seat (normal/electric) on the passenger's side from left or right (330i xDrive Wagon, 328d xDrive Wagon, 330i GT xDrive, 340i GT xDrive)

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Necessary preliminary work:

Disconnect BATTERY NEGATIVE CABLE .

CAUTION: 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 tensioner or side airbag, resulting in injuries.

Installation note:

Powerlok screws must be replaced and must not be reused
Powerlok screws are mechanical screw locks with trilobular threads

For electrical front seat version:

Move backrest to full rearward position.

Grip end fitting cover centrally between seat belt strap and cover.

Unclip end fitting cover in direction of arrow.

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Installation note:

Install end fitting cover as follows:

Insert cover with rear guide in covering.
Insert cover in direction of arrow downwards in covering
Engage top left of cover in covering.

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Release screw (1).

Tightening torque 72 11 02AZ .

Remove end fitting.

Installation note:

End fitting is coded against incorrect assembly.

Move seat to upper back position.

Release and dispose of screws (1).

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Adjust the seat to the front top.

Release and dispose of screws (1).

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Disconnect plug connection (1).

CAUTION: Cover door sill with protective covers (risk of damage).

Lift out front seat.

Installation note:

Carpet must not get between seat rails and floor panel in area of attachment points (creaking noises)
Replace microencapsulated screws
Insert all screws loose to avoid twisting
Tighten down all screws to specified torque specifications

Tightening torque 52 10 1AZ .

WARNING: When carrying out further work on the front seat, it is absolutely imperative to observe SAFETY REGULATIONS on handling airbag modules and pyrotechnical seat belt tensioners
Incorrect handling may activate the pyrotechnical seat belt tensioner or side airbag and thereby cause injuries.