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52 17 037 Removing and installing/replacing release mechanism on left or right front seat (comfort seat)

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IMPORTANT: Read and comply with SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS for handling airbag modules and pyrotechnical belt tensioners.
Inexpert handling can trigger off the airbag or the belt pretensioner and thereby cause injuries.
If a seat belt which is damaged due to an accident is exchanged, always check the affected seat for damage.

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

Disengage seat cover (1) from hook (2) and fold to one side.

Fig 1: Disengaging Seat Cover From Hooks
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Release screws (1).

Fig 2: Identifying Front Seat Mechanism Screws
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Disengage Bowden cable (1) from actuator (2) and holder (3) and release all attachments.

Remove belt deflector support upper section (4) complete with Bowden cable (1) from backrest in upward direction.

NOTE: For clarification purposes, seat is shown with seat cover removed.
Fig 3: Disengaging Bowden Cable From Actuator And Holder
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Only when replacing the complete belt deflector support: 

Release screws (1) and remove belt deflector support lower section (2).

Fig 4: Identifying Belt Deflector Support Lower Section And Screws
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