52 14 000 Removing and installing left or right front seat (normal/electric)

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 BMW X5, 2002 BMW X5, and 2001 BMW X5. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Removal with faulty gear for longitudinal seat adjustment. Refer to 52 14 899 ADDITIONAL WORK (NORMAL/ELECTRIC) WITH DEFECTIVE DRIVE FOR LONGITUDINAL ADJUSTMENT . Remove front head restraint. Refer to 52 17 390 REMOVING AND INSTALLING OR REPLACING FRONT LEFT OR RIGHT HEAD RESTRAINTS (COMFORT) .

WARNING: Observe safety regulations for handling airbag modules and pyrotechnical seatbelt tensioners. Refer to AIR BAG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . Incorrect or improper handling may trigger the pyrotechnical belt tensioner or side airbag and thereby cause injury.

Move front seat forwards/upwards as far as possible.

Switch off ignition!

Release seatbelt screw (1) and feed out seatbelt strap (2).

Fig 1: Locating Seatbelt Screw And Strap

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Installation:

Tightening torque, (45 N.m.).

Move front seat forwards/upwards as far as possible. Release screws (1).

Tightening torque, refer to 52 10 1AZ in SEATS - TIGHTENING TORQUES .

Move front seat backwards/downwards as far as possible.

Fig 2: Locating Seat Runner Retaining Screws

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If necessary, unclip protective caps upwards. Unfasten screws (3).

Move seat runners forward so that they are flush.

Unlock lock (1) and disconnect plug connection (2).

CAUTION: Cover door sill with protective covers (risk of damage).

Lift out front seat.

Fig 3: Unlocking Lock And Disconnecting Plug Connection

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Installation:

Floor carpet must not enter area between seat rails and floor panel beside screw points (grating noises).

Tightening torque, refer to 52 10 1AZ in SEATS - TIGHTENING TORQUES .