72 11 033 Removing and installing/replacing front left or right seat belt (reel)

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove PANEL FOR DOOR POST .

WARNING: Read and comply with SAFETY REGULATIONS for handling airbag modules and pyrotechnical belt tensioners.
Improper handling can lead to triggering of the pyrotechnical seat belt tensioner or side airbag, resulting in injuries.

Switch off ignition!

Manual/semi-electric seat adjustment only:

Lever out plug (1).

Release screw (2).

Tightening torque: see 5AZ in 72 11 SEAT BELTS .

Fig 1: Identifying Plug And Screw

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Driver's seat with anchor fitting tensioner only: (from 04/2004)

If necessary, detach felt.

Using screwdriver, press pin (1) into recess and release anchor fitting (2).

Installation:

Anchor fitting (2) is coded.

Fig 2: Releasing Anchor Fitting Using Screwdriver

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Release screws (1).

Tightening torque: see 3AZ in 72 11 SEAT BELTS .

Remove belt guide (2).

Unscrew bolt (3).

Tightening torque: see 2AZ in 72 11 SEAT BELTS .

Remove belt (4).

Fig 3: Identifying Seat Belt, Bolt, Belt Guide And Screws

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Release screw (1).

Tightening torque: see 1AZ in 72 11 SEAT BELTS .

Remove automatic reel (3).

Installation:

Coding (2) of automatic reel must be seated in body opening.

Retaining screw (1) locates automatic reel in position.

Fig 4: Removing Automatic Reel

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