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67 31 530 Removing and Installing/Replacing Drive Unit For Backrest Angle Adjustment
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove front seat.
- Remove rear panel on front seat backrest.
- Remove covers on front seat.
Unhook backrest cover (1) on left and right on backrest frame (2).
Remove metal retaining ring (1) in direction of arrow from drive rod (2).
Installation:
Always replace metal retaining ring (1).
Make sure metal retaining ring (1) is correctly seated.
Unscrew bolt (3).
Disconnect plug connection (4).
Pull out drive rod (1) until drive unit for backrest angle adjustment (2) is free.
Installation:
Make sure drive rod (1) is correctly seated in drive unit for backrest angle adjustment (2).
Feed drive unit for backrest angle adjustment (2) out of backrest frame (3) and remove.
Comfort seat only:
Replacement:
Initialize drive unit for backrest angle adjustment.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.