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52 13 030 Removing and installing/replacing backrest frame on front seat

Necessary preliminary work: 

Installation note: 

Detach cable straps (1) on clip.

Detach cable straps (2) on connector housing.

Unlock connector (3) and pull out of connector housing.

Feed wiring harness of airbag module out of seat mechanism.

Installation note: 

Connector is coded against incorrect assembly.

Replace faulty cable straps.

Fig 1: Identifying Cable Straps And Connector
G11008991Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Release screws (1).

Tightening torque 52 13 03AZ .

Installation note: 

Replace microencapsulated screws.

Fig 2: Identifying Screws
G11008992Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Release screws (1).

Tightening torque 52 13 03AZ .

Installation note: 

Replace microencapsulated screws.

Remove backrest frame from seat mechanism.

Fig 3: Identifying Screws
G11008993Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Replacement only: 

If necessary, remove lumbar support.

Remove BACKREST COVER .

Remove SIDE AIRBAG .