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52 14 070 Removing and installing/replacing seat angle adjuster on left or right front seat (normal/electric)

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Necessary preliminary tasks: 

Release screws (1).

Release screw (2).

Unclip carrier (3) from seat mechanism at rear.

Fig 1: Release Screw And Carrier
G04761262Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Unlock plug connection (1) on drive unit (2) and disconnect.

Fig 2: Plug Connection And Drive Unit
G04761263Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Release screws (1).

Installation: 

Replace Taptite screws (1).

Tightening torque: 52 10 16AZ, see 52 10 FRONT SEATS .

Release screw (2).

Tightening torque: 52 10 17AZ, see 52 10 FRONT SEATS .

Remove seat angle adjuster (3).

Installation: 

Slide left and right O-rings onto shaft. Make sure O-rings are correctly located between seat angle adjuster and seat pan.

Fig 3: Removing Seat Angle Adjuster
G04761264Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.