72 11 050 Removing and installing/replacing front anchor fitting tensioner (driver's seat only)
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WARNING:
Read and comply with SAFETY REGULATIONS for handling airbag modules and pyrotechnical belt pretensioners.
Improper handling can lead to triggering of the pyrotechnical seat belt pretensioner or side airbag, resulting in injuries.
Improper handling can lead to triggering of the pyrotechnical seat belt pretensioner or side airbag, resulting in injuries.
Switch off ignition!
IMPORTANT:
Operations on pyrotechnical devices may only be carried out by authorized experts.
Improper, unauthorized operations may result in serious dangers.
Unauthorized persons are strictly prohibited from performing any operations on this system .
Improper, unauthorized operations may result in serious dangers.
Unauthorized persons are strictly prohibited from performing any operations on this system .
NOTE:
A triggered anchor fitting tensioner can be recognized from the wrapped belt strap around the shaft.
If the anchor fitting tensioner has not been triggered, the shaft is visible.
Installation:
- Microencapsulated screws (Loctite) must be replaced and may not be reused
- Screw connection must be completed within 20 minutes (start of curing)
- Microencapsulated screws must not be retightened
- Clean thread of nut beforehand in event of repeated use
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove UPPER RAIL TRIM
- Remove OUTER COVER
Detach cable tie.
Installation:
Replace faulty cable ties.
Plug connection must not be under tension.
UNLOCK AND DISCONNECT plug connection.
Release screw (2).
Installation:
Replace screw (2).
Tightening torque 72 11 06AZ .
Remove anchor fitting tensioner.
Release screw (1).
Tightening torque 72 11 07AZ .
Remove lock washer.
Pull belt strap (2) out of end fitting pretensioner.