72 11 021 Removing and installing/replacing left or right seat belt (reel)
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Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove PANEL FOR DOOR POST
- Remove outer trim on front seat. See REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING OUTER COVER ON LEFT OR RIGHT FRONT SEAT (BASIC/ELECTRIC) or REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING OUTER COVER ON LEFT OR RIGHT FRONT SEAT (COMFORT)
NOTE:
Version with anchor fitting tensioner for driver's seat only.
Release screw (1).
Tightening torque 72 11 05AZ .
Release screws (1).
Tightening torque 72 11 03AZ .
Remove belt guide (2).
Unscrew bolt (3).
Tightening torque 72 11 03AZ .
Remove belt (4).
Release screw (1).
Tightening torque 72 11 01AZ .
Remove automatic reel (3).
Installation:
Coding (2) of automatic reel must be seated in body opening.
Retaining screw (1) locates automatic reel in position.