(Install the left and right front seat)

NOTE: Description is for left component only. Procedure on the right side is identical.

Precondition

The forward/back seat adjustment must be functional.

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 .

Protect working area.
Handle tools and components carefully.

Cover the door sill using protective covers.
CAUTION:
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.

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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 vehicle electrical system

Activate the vehicle electrical system.

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Installing the seat rail end caps at the rear

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

Protect working area.
Handle tools and components carefully.

Shift front seat forwards.
Carefully spread the seat rail end cap (3) in the arrow directions and position it as shown.
Clip the lock (2) in
Replace screws (1).
Parts: Screws

Tighten the screws (1).

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

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

Tighten the screws (1).

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

Installing the seat rails of the front end caps

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

Protect working area.
Handle tools and components carefully.

Spread apart the seat rails of the end caps (1) carefully in the arrow directions and position them on the seat rails as shown.

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NOTE: For a better overview the removed condition is shown here.
Clip lock (1) of the seat rails of the front end cap (2) into seat rail (3) carefully as shown.

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Clip lock (1) of the seat rails of the front end cap (2) carefully.

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Installing the front seat rail cover

NOTE: Description is for left component only. Procedure on the right side is identical.

NOTE: For a better overview the removed condition is shown here.

Check all the locks and guides for damage and replace the front seat rail cover (1) if necessary.

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Position the front seat rail cover (1) in the arrow direction.
Clip in detents (2) of the front seat rail cover (1) carefully.

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Installing the outer seat rail covers

NOTE: Description is for left component only. Procedure on the right side is identical.

NOTE: For a better overview the removed condition is shown here.

Check all the locks and the guides for damage and replace the outer seat rail cover (1) if necessary.

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Guide in the outer seat rail cover (1) carefully in the arrow direction and position it as shown.
Clip the outer seat rail cover (1) carefully into detents (2) of the front seat rail cover (3).

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Installing the front strap fitting

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

Protect working area.
Handle tools and components carefully.

NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Clean all belt fittings with microencapsulated male and female threads.
Shavings or other debris must not remain in the components.
If a microencapsulated screw is reused, it must be coated with the following screw locking agent: Loctite 243, medium strength .
The threaded connection must be completed within 10 minutes as hardening begins after this period.

Feed the seat belt end fitting with the belt (1) into the cover (2) in the marked area carefully.

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Position the front seat belt end fitting (2) in the marked area correctly and feed it into the seat frame (3).
Replace the screw (1).
Parts: Screw

Tighten down screw (1).

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

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