Replacing Controls on Front Seat

Removing and installing/replacing controls on left/right front seat (normal/manual)


NOTE:
Height of front seat must be set to top maximum setting.
Remove cover,








Check back-rest clearance:
Seat height (SHV) and back-rest adjustment (LNV) must be correctly locked. To do this, actuate lever and front seat once only.
(A) = 0.5... 4.1 mm (LNV)
(B) = 0.5... 5.6 mm (SHV)

Important!
If inspection dimension is outside tolerance, seat frame must be replaced,

or the controls must be replaced.
Rework is not permitted!







Important!
Do not fold or extend cover beyond edge (function error).







Remove actuating unit:
Remove front seat,

Disconnect Bowden cable for longitudinal adjustment from controls,








Press plate (1) forwards and slide actuating rod (2) upwards out of back-rest adjustment.







Slide back-rest adjustment lever.
Remove screws (1 and 2).
Slide controls downwards out of guides (3).

Important!
Do not lift actuating unit out to side or twist (risk of damage to "seat frame").

Installation:
If the tightening torque is not reached (screw rotates), use repair screws (Sourcing Reference: BMW Parts Service).







Slide actuating unit (1) backwards and disconnect actuating rod (2) for seat height adjustment.

Installation:
Check back-rest clearance.