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Removing and Installing Left or Right Front Seat (Normal/Electric)




52 14 000 - Removing and installing left or right front seat (normal/electric)





Important!
An airbag module and a pyrotechnical seat belt tensioner are installed in the front seat.
Improper handling can lead to triggering of the pyrotechnical seat belt pretensioner or side airbag, resulting in injuries.





Installation Note:
- Powerlok screws must be replaced and must not be reused
- Powerlok screws are mechanical screw locks with trilobular threads





Move seat to upper back position.
Remove seat runner trims.
Release and dispose of screws (3).





Move front seat forwards and position flush with seat runners.
Release and dispose of screws (1).





Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.

Important!
Cover door sill with protective covers (risk of damage).

Lift out front seat.





Installation Note:
- Carpet must not get between seat rails and floor pan in area of fastening points (grating noises)
- Replace microencapsulated screws
- Insert all screws loose to avoid twisting
- Tighten down all screws to specified torque
Tightening torque: 52 10 1AZ 52 10 Front Seats





Warning!
When carrying out further work on the front seat, it is absolutely imperative to observe the safety regulations [1][2][3]Safety Precautions and General Information on handling airbag modules and pyrotechnical seat belt tensioners
Improper handling can lead to triggering of the pyrotechnical seat belt pretensioner or side airbag, resulting in injuries.