Removing the seat-position sensor on the front seat

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

Preliminary work

Release cable tie (1).

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Unlock the connectors in the sequence (1) to (4) and pull one after the other out of the connector housing (5) in the arrow direction.

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Detach the cable bracket (1) from the seat mechanism,
If applicable, unclip the other cable brackets.
Put the cable (2) to one side.

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Drill out the rivet (1).
Guide the seat-position sensor (2) upward from the seat mechanism (3) and remove it.

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