72 11 096 Removing and installing/replacing rear left or right lower strap

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Preliminary work needed:

Remove REAR SEAT

Removal:

Unlock and disconnect the connector (1).

Remove screw (2).

Remove lower strap lining (3).

Fig 1: Locating Seat Belt Lower Strap Lining

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Installation:

Install lower strap (3).

NOTE: Lower strap is encoded against incorrect assembly (3).

Replace screw (2).

Tighten screw (2).

Tightening torque 72 11 23AZ .

Connect the connector (1).

Fig 2: Locating Seat Belt Lower Strap Lining

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Required follow-up work:

Install REAR SEAT