Install both front seats

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

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.

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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 the front seat into the vehicle with the assistance of a support person.
Place front seat (1) to the rear.
Connect connector (2).
Attach the cable clip (3).

Connecting all battery negative leads

See CONNECTING BATTERY GROUND LEAD .

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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 that is disconnected from the electrical system is activated, the battery electronics will be damaged.

Only ever activate the 48 V electrical system when the 48 V battery is fully connected up.

Raise the battery ground cable (1).
Remove special tool 2 452 007 .

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Release the negative battery cable (2) of the 48-V battery from the attachment.
Position the negative battery cable (2) of the 48-V battery on the negative battery terminal.

Tighten the 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 (1) of the CAN bus and lock it.
Clip in the clip (2).

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Activate the 48 V electrical system by closing the hood.
The activation takes place automatically.

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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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Install rear seat rail trim

Adjust front seat forward.
Push the rear seat rail trim (1) from behind in the direction of the arrow and clip in on the 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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Fully adjust the front seat to the front and top.
Insert the end fitting (2).
Replace the screw (1).
Parts: Screw
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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