67 31 501 Removing and installing/replacing drive for longitudinal seat adjustment (front seat removed)

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Disconnect plug connection (1).

Unclip plug housing (2) in direction of arrow from retaining fixture underneath.

NOTE: Secure drive for longitudinal seat adjustment (4) against falling out.

Release screws (3) and remove drive for longitudinal seat adjustment (4) in direction of arrow from flange (5).

Fig 1: Removing Drive For Longitudinal Seat Adjustment Drive For Longitudinal Seat Adjustment

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If necessary, remove inner drive shaft from drive for longitudinal seat adjustment (4).

Installation:

Make sure drive shaft (1) is correctly seated.

Make sure drive for longitudinal seat adjustment (2) is correctly seated on flange (3).

Fig 2: Identifying Longitudinal Seat Adjustment

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