67 31 501 Removing and installing/replacing drive for longitudinal seat adjustment (front seat removed)

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Disconnect plug connection (1).

Unclip plug housing (2) in direction of arrow from retaining fixture underneath.

NOTE: Secure drive for longitudinal seat adjustment (4) against falling out.

Release screws (3) and remove drive for longitudinal seat adjustment (4) in direction of arrow from flange (5).

If necessary, remove inner drive shaft from drive for longitudinal seat adjustment (4).

Fig 1: Plug Housing

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Installation:

Make sure drive shaft (1) is correctly seated.

Make sure drive for longitudinal seat adjustment (2) is correctly seated on flange (3).

Fig 2: Drive Shaft

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