Install front seat

WARNING: Pyrotechnic components.
Danger! Immobilization period-threatening injuries!

All work on pyrotechnic parts may be carried out by technically experienced and appropriately trained personnel only.
Replace any damaged part or ones that have been dropped.
For additional information see: SAFETY REGULATIONS FOR HANDLING COMPONENTS WITH GAS GENERATORS .

NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE
Careless handling of tools and sharp-edged components.
Scratches, surface damage.

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Cover the door sill using protective covers.
NOTE:
RISK OF DAMAGE
Heavy component.
Heavy components can lead to injury or damage.
- Remove and install heavy components with the aid of another person/other persons.
Lift front seat (1) into the vehicle with the assistance of a support person.
Place front seat (1) to the rear.
Connect connectors (2) and lock.
Check all plug connections for completeness, correct fit and locking where required.
Attach the cable clip (3).
Activate vehicle-specific high-voltage or low-voltage electrical system

NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Follow the vehicle-specific instructions described in the additional information.
Activate the electrical system according to the specifications described in the following information.

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Activating the 48 V electrical system

Precondition

Ignition is switched off.
NOTE:
RISK OF DAMAGE
Damage to the 48-V battery
If a 48-V battery disconnected from the on-board electrical system is activated, the battery electronics are damaged.
- Only ever activate the 48 V electrical system when the 48 V battery is fully connected up.
Raise the battery ground cable.
Remove special tool 2 452 007.

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Release the negative battery cable of the 48-V battery from the attachment.
Position the negative battery cable of the 48-V battery on the negative battery terminal.

Tighten nut (1).

TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION

Negative battery cable to 48-V battery
Nut M8	Tightening torque	19 Nm

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Connect the connector of the CAN bus and lock it.
Clip in clip.

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Activate the 48 V electrical system by closing the hood.
Activation is automatic.

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Shift front seat rearwards.
Replace screws (1).
Parts: Screws

Tighten down screws (1).

TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION

Seat to body
Cheese head screw with collar Replace screw.	Tightening torque	42 Nm

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Installing the front seat rail trim

Move the front seat to the rear.
Push on the front seat rail trims (1) in the direction of the arrow from front and clip in at side.

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Shift front seat forwards.
Replace screws (1).
Parts: Screws

Tighten down screws (1).

TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION

Seat to body
Cheese head screw with collar Replace screw.	Tightening torque	42 Nm

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Tighten down screw (1).

TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION

Seat belt strap fitting to seat mechanism
M10 Replace screw.	tightening torque	42 Nm

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Installing the front seat rail cover

Position the front seat rail cover (1) in the arrow direction.
The detents (2) must engage audibly.

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Installing the outer seat rail cover
Position the outer seat rail cover (1) correctly in arrow direction (2).
Snap-in the outer seat rail cover (1) in arrow direction (3).

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