72 11 041 Removing and installing/replacing front left or right lower belt fitting (seat belt tensioner)

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Improper handling can lead to triggering of the pyrotechnical seat belt pretensioner or side airbag, resulting in injuries.

Switch off ignition!

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove LEFT OR RIGHT FRONT SEAT

Unlock plug connection (3) and disconnect.

Lever retainer (4) out of seat mechanism.

Release screw (1).

Tightening torque 72 11 09AZ .

Installation:

Belt tensioner is coded against incorrect installation (2).

Replace screw (1) and insert with Loctite.

Fig 1: Removing/Installing Seat Mechanism Retainer

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Partially lever seat cover welt out of seat mechanism.

Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.

Cut clip with cable tie.

Installation:

Replace faulty clip.

Unclip cable holder (2).

Feed wiring harness of belt tensioner out of seat mechanism.

Fig 2: Identifying Plug Connection And Cable Holder

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