Install front seat

WARNING: Pyrotechnic components.
Danger! Life-threatening injuries!

All work on pyrotechnic parts may be carried out by technically experienced and appropriately trained personnel only.
Replace any damaged part or ones that have been dropped.
For additional information see: 72 00 SAFETY REGULATIONS on handling components with gas generators.

NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE
Careless handling of tools and sharp-edged components.
Scratch, surface damage.

Protect working area.
Handle tools and components carefully.

Cover the door sill using protective covers.

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NOTE:
RISK OF DAMAGE
Heavy component.
Heavy components can lead to injury or damage.
- Remove and install heavy components with the aid of another person/other technicians.
Lift front seat (1) into the vehicle with the assistance of a second person.
Place front seat (1) to the rear.
Connect connectors (2) and lock.
Check all plug connections for completeness, correct fit and locking where required.
Attach the cable clip (3).

Connecting all battery earth leads

See ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. .

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Activating the 48 V electrical system

Prerequisite

Ignition is switched off.

NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE
Damage to 48-V battery
If a 48-V battery that is disconnected from the electrical system is activated, the battery electronics will be damaged.

Only carry out activation of the 48V electrical system with a completely connected 48-V battery.

Lift battery earth lead (1).
Remove special tool 2 452 007 .

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Release the negative battery cable (2) of the 48-V battery from the mounting.
Position the negative battery cable (2) of the 48-V battery on the negative battery terminal.

Tighten nut (1).

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TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION

Negative battery cable to 48-V battery
Nut M8	Tightening torque	19 Nm

Connect the connector (1) of the CAN bus and lock it.
Clip in clip (2).

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Activate the 48V electrical system by closing the bonnet.
The activation takes place automatically.

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Move front seat rearwards.
Replace screws (1).
Parts: Screws

Tighten the screws (1).

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TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION

Seat to body
Cheese head screw with collar Replace screw.	Tightening torque	42 Nm

Installing the front seat rail trim

Move the front seat to the rear.
Push on the front seat rail trims (1) from the front in the direction of arrow and clip in at the side.

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Installing rear seat rail trims

Move the front seat to the front.
Push rear seat rail trims (1) from rear in arrow direction and clip them in at the side.

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Move front seat forwards.
Replace screws (1).
Parts: Screws

Tighten the screws (1).

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TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION

Seat to body
Cheese head screw with collar Replace screw.	Tightening torque	42 Nm

Fully adjust the front seat to the front and top.
Insert the end fitting (2).
Replace the screw (1).
Parts: Screw

Tighten down screw (1).

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TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION

End fitting to seat mechanism
M10 Replace screw.	Tightening torque	42 Nm

Installing front seat rail cover

Position the front seat rail cover (1) in the direction of the arrow.
The latch mechanisms (2) must engage audibly.

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Installing the outer seat rail cover

Position the outer seat rail cover (1) correctly in direction of arrow (2).
Engage the outer seat rail covers (1) in direction of arrow (3).

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