Installing the left and right backrest side section
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NOTE:
Description is for left component only. Procedure on the right side is identical.
Install backrest side section
Installing the backrest side section with the side airbag
WARNING:
Airbag unit.
Danger! Immobilization period-threatening injuries!
Danger! Immobilization period-threatening injuries!
- Before working on the airbag, disconnect the negative battery cable from the battery.
- Airbag unit may only be set down with the cushion (airbag itself) facing upwards.
- For additional information see: SAFETY REGULATIONS FOR HANDLING COMPONENTS WITH GAS GENERATORS .
WARNING:
Pyrotechnic components.
Danger! Immobilization period-threatening injuries!
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:
To provide a better overview: Schematic diagram with partially hidden components.
- Check to ensure that the cable (arrows) fit correctly.
- Insert backrest side section (1) into the lower guide and position it correctly.
- Clip in the backrest side section (1) on the mounting element (2).
- Tighten the screws (1).TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION
Backrest side section to body M6x30 Tightening torque 8 Nm - Connect connectors (2) and lock.
The connector (2) must engage audibly.
Activate vehicle-specific high-voltage or low-voltage electrical system
NOTE:
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Follow the vehicle-specific instructions described in the additional information.
Follow the vehicle-specific instructions described in the additional information.
- On-board network according to the in the following information described
Disable defaults.
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.
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.
- 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 - Connect the connector of the CAN bus and lock it.
- Clip in clip.
- Activate the 48 V electrical system by closing the hood.
Activation is automatic.