52 13 000 Removing and installing left or right front seat (normal/manual)
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Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove head restraint. See 52 14 390 Removing and installing or replacing front left or right head restraints (normal/electric)
- Adjust front seat as far forward and upward as possible.
WARNING:
Read and comply with safety regulations 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 ignition.
Improper handling can lead to triggering of the pyrotechnical seat belt tensioner or side airbag, resulting in injuries.
Switch off ignition.
Saloon only:
Release seatbelt screw (1) and feed out seatbelt strap (2). Tightening torque. Refer to SEATS - TIGHTENING TORQUES - 3-SERIES .
All:
Release screws (1) at rear.
Tightening torque. Refer to SEATS - TIGHTENING TORQUES - 3-SERIES .
Installation:
- Replace screws.
Move front seat as far back as possible.
Unclip cover at front.
Release nuts (3) at front.
Installation:
- Replace nuts.
Move front seat down and seat runners forward so that they are flush.
Unlock lock (1) and disconnect plug connection (2).
IMPORTANT:
Cover door sill with protective covers (risk of damage).
Lift out front seat.
Installation:
- Carpet must not get between seat rails and floor pan in area of fastening points (grating noises).
Tightening torque. Refer to SEATS - TIGHTENING TORQUES - 3-SERIES .