BMW 7 Series: Removing And Installing Or Replacing Rear Left Or Right Seat Belts
Necessary preliminary work
- Remove rear storage shelf.
- Remove rear seat.
Removing left or right automatic reel:
Release screw (1).
Tightening torque 72 11 21AZ.
Installation note: End fitting is coded against incorrect assembly.
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Fig. 1: Identifying Right Seat Belt Screw
Release screw (1).
Tightening torque 72 11 20AZ.
Remove automatic reel (2) with end fitting.
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Fig. 2: Identifying Automatic Reel Screw
Installation note: Pay attention to encoding.
Push inertia reel unit (1) onto body tab (2).
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Fig. 3: Pushing Inertia Reel Unit Onto Body Tab
REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING FRONT ANCHOR FITTING TENSIONER (DRIVER'S SEAT ONLY)
WARNING: Read and comply with SAFETY REGULATIONS for handling airbag modules and pyrotechnical belt tensioners.
Improper handling can lead to activation of the pyrotechnical seat belt tensioner or side airbag, resulting in injuries.
Switch off ignition!
NOTE: A triggered anchor fitting tensioner can be recognized from the wrapped seat belt strap around the shaft.
If the anchor fitting tensioner has not been triggered, the shaft is visible.
Installation note:
- Microencapsulated screws (Loctite) must be replaced and may not be reused
- Screw connection must be completed within 20 minutes (start of hardening)
- Microencapsulated screws must not be retightened
- Clean thread of nut beforehand in event of repeated use
Necessary preliminary work
- Remove UPPER RAIL COVER
- Remove OUTER COVER
Cut cable straps.
Installation note: Replace faulty cable straps.
Plug connection must not be under tension.
UNLOCK AND DISCONNECT plug connection (1).
Release screw (2).
Installation note: Replace screw (2).
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Fig. 4: Identifying Cable Straps Screw
Tightening torque 72 11 06AZ.
Remove anchor fitting tensioner.
Release screw (1).
Tightening torque 72 11 07AZ.
Remove lock washer.
Pull seat belt strap (2) out of end fitting tensioner.
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Fig. 5: Pulling Seat Belt Strap Out Of End Fitting Tensioner
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Removing And Installing/Replacing Front Left Or Right Seat Belt
Necessary preliminary tasks
Remove trim panels for door pillar.
Installation
Microencapsulated screws (Loctite) must be replaced and may not be
reused
Screw connection must be completed within
Removing And Installing/Replacing Front Lower Strap Fitting (Belt
Tensioner), Front Passenger Seat
Necessary preliminary work
Remove FRONT PASSENGER SEAT
Installation note:
Microencapsulated screws (Loctite) must be replaced and may not be
reused
Screw connection must be completed within 20
Removing And Installing/Replacing Rear Left Or Right Lower Belt
Fitting (MFS)
Necessary preliminary tasks
Remove rear seat.
Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.
Release sleeve nut (2).
Tightening torque 72 11 27AZ.
Remove lower belt fitting.
Installation:
Lower
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Removing And Installing Or Replacing Fuel Filler Pipe
(Petrol/Gasoline)
Recycling
Fuel escapes when fuel lines are detached. Have a suitable collecting
container ready.
Catch and dispose of escaping fuel.
Observe country-specific waste-disposal regulations.
IMPORTANT: Ensure adequate ventilation in the place of work!
Avoid skin contact (wear gloves)!
Before starting
Head-Up Display
ADJUSTING HEAD-UP DISPLAY
NOTE: Vehicles with head-up displays are fitted with special windscreens.
These windscreens are marked with the letters "HUD" on the outside at the
bottom right below the seal (1).
Prior to adjustment, fold seal (1) back and make sure that a correct windscreen
is fitted.
