72 11 041 Removing and installing/replacing front left or right lower strap (US version only)

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Installation note:

Microencapsulated screws must be replaced and may not be reused
The screw connection must be closed within 20 minutes (start of hardening)
Microencapsulated screws must not be retightened
Clean thread of nut beforehand in event of repeated use

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove LEFT OR RIGHT FRONT SEAT

Detach cable straps (1) on clip.

Cut open cable strap (2).

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

Feed wiring harness of lower strap out of seat mechanism.

Installation note:

Replace faulty cable straps.

Fig 1: Identifying Cable Strap And Connector

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Lever clamp (3) out of seat mechanism.

Release screw (1).

Tightening torque 72 11 09AZ .

Installation note:

Lower strap fitting (2) is encoded to prevent incorrect installation.

Replace screw (1).

Fig 2: Identifying Lower Strap Fitting, Clamp And Screws

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