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52 13 000 Removing and installing driver's or front passenger seat (normal / manual)

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WARNING: Observe SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  for handling airbag modules and pyrotechnical seat belt tensioners.

Incorrect handling may trigger off pyrotechnical belt tensioners or the side airbag, which may result in injury.

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

Slide front forward as far as it will go.

Release screws (1).

Installation: 

Replace screws and insert with Loctite.

Tightening torque 52 13 1AZ

Fig 1: Identifying Screws
G04797737Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Slide front seat back as far as it will go.

Release screws (1).

Installation: 

Replace screws and insert with Loctite.

Tightening torque 52 13 1AZ

Unlock plug connections (2) and disconnect plug (3).

Fig 2: Unlocking Plug Connections
G04797738Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
IMPORTANT: Cover entrance for protection purposes (risk of damage). Lift out front seat.

Installation: 

Carpet must not get between seat rails and floor pan near screw-fastening points (grating noises).