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Removing and Installing Rear Adjustment Fitting



Removing And Installing Rear Adjustment Fitting

Removing rear adjustment fitting and support plate

Removing rear adjustment fitting


WARNING: The support plate with threaded parts will be damaged in the event of impact with seat belt buckled.
- Damage to the support plate can lead to impairment in functional capability of the restraint system and personal injury as a consequence.
- When replacing the safety belt following accident damage, the support plate of the adjustment fitting and the threaded parts must also be replaced for safety reasons.








1. Remove C-pillar trim.
2. Position adjustment fitting so that the upper fastening screw is accessible.







3. Unscrew fastening screw -1-.







4. Fold adjustment fitting inwards -arrow A- and remove upwards -arrow B-.







Removing support plate for rear adjustment fitting

1. Unscrew fastening screw -1- and remove support plate.







Installing rear adjustment fitting and support plate

Installing support plate for rear adjustment fitting

NOTE: For safety reasons, the fastening screw -1- for the adjustment fitting support plate must be replaced after removal.







1. Insert rear support plate. Ensure that the tabs -A- lie inside the spacer sleeves.







2. Screw in the fastening screw -1- so that the top of the support plate can still just be moved.







Installing rear adjustment fitting


ATTENTION:
Installation of the adjustment fitting
- During installation, the adjustment fitting can get pressed upwards by the reset spring , thereby causing injury.
- When installing the adjustment fitting, please take care to keep your hands and fingers clear of the danger area.
- Wear personal protective gear.

NOTE: For safety reasons, the fastening screw -1- for the adjustment fitting must be replaced after removal.












1. Engage the adjustment fitting on the support plate at the bottom -Arrow A- and fold inwards at the top -Arrow B-.







2. Screw down support plate and adjustment fitting with the fastening screws -1- top and bottom. - Tightening torque: 4.5 (3.5 ft lb.) Nm







3. Install C-pillar trim.