52 14 017 Removing and installing/replacing seat frame for driver's seat (model year 2009 through production date 07/2012)

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Necessary preliminary work:

Remove DRIVER'S SEAT .
Remove SEAT FABRIC .
Remove BACKREST FRAME .

Release all clips.

Installation:

If necessary, replace faulty clips.

Feed wiring harness (1) out of seat frame.

Fig 1: Identifying Seat Frame Wiring Harness

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Open rivets (1) on left and right.

Remove securing strips (2) on left and right.

Release screws (3).

Tightening torque 52 10 6AZ .

Remove seat frame from seat rail.

Fig 2: Identifying Seat Frame Rivets, Strips And Screws

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