52 17 032 Removing and installing/replacing backrest frame for driver's seat (model year 2009 through production date 07/2012)

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NOTE: This removing/installing/replacing procedure applies to "Comfort" seat version.

Necessary preliminary work:

Remove DRIVER'S SEAT .
Partially remove BACKREST COVER .

NOTE: For purposes of clarity the following operations are shown with the backrest

cover removed.

Detach clips (2).

Installation:

Replace faulty clips (2). Unlock plug connections (1) and

disconnect. Detach wiring harness retainers from

backrest frame.

Fig 1: Identifying Plug Connections And Clips

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Feed wiring harness out of backrest frame.

Unclip left and right clips (1).

Unhook seat covers (2) on left and right.

Release left and right screws (3).

Tightening torque 52 10 2AZ .

Remove backrest frame.

Fig 2: Identifying Seat Covers, Clips And Screws

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Replacement only:

If necessary, remove lumbar support with drive and valve block. See 6766010 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING LUMBAR SUPPORT DRIVE MECHANISM ON FRONT SEAT, LEFT OR RIGHT .
Remove SIDE AIRBAG
Remove complete BACKREST COVER
Remove CARRIER PLATE FOR REAR CABIN ENTERTAINMENT

NOTE: The new backrest frame part contains all the drives.

Version with rear cabin monitor (RSE) only:

Blind rivet threaded pins for carrier plate must be reset.

Attach blind rivet thread pins with ZS 308 rivet gun (see BMW Web catalogue).

Fig 3: Locating Rivet Threaded Pins On Carrier Plate

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