52 14 025 Removing and installing/replacing seat mechanism on left or right front seat (normal/electric)

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Special tools required:

61 2 071
61 2 074

Carry out following tasks beforehand:

Remove seat pan and flexmat on front seat, see 52 13... Removing and installing/replacing seat pan and flexmat (normal/manual), left or right
Remove backrest frame on front seat, see 52 13 030 Removing and installing / replacing backrest frame on left or right front seat (normal / manual).
Remove seat belt tensioner.

Release screw (1) and cable holder (3).

Remove retaining bracket (2) with seat wiring harness from seat mechanism (4).

Fig 1: Releasing Screw And Cable Tie

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Attach cable 61 2 074 to cable 61 2 071 and connect plug connection (1) to front seat.

Connect cable 61 2 071 to battery.

Check function.

Fig 2: Plug Connection And Special Tool

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