52 14 020 Removing and installing/renewing seat frame on left or right front seat (normal/electric)

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 BMW X6 and 2010 BMW X6. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove FRONT SEAT
Remove BACKREST FRAME
Remove BOTH SEAT RAILS on front seat
Remove SEAT COVER FOR FRONT SEAT

Release fastening elements (1) on left and right.

Remove component (2) on left and right.

Remove complete seat wiring harness.

Fig 1: Identifying Complete Seat Wiring Harness And Fastening Elements

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

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