Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSBMW2021Z4 SDRIVE M40IREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISGENERAL INFORMATIONOEM GENERAL INFORMATIONGENERAL ORPHAN DATA (1 OF 2)(INSTALLING THE FRONT STRAP FITTING)
2021 BMW Z4 sDrive M40i
(Installing the front strap fitting)
2021 BMW Z4 sDrive M40iSECTION (Installing the front strap fitting)
NOTE:
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Clean all belt fittings with microencapsulated male and female threads.
Shavings or other debris must not remain in the components.
If a microencapsulated screw is reused, it must be coated with the following screw locking agent: Loctite 243, medium strength.
The threaded connection must be completed within 10 minutes as hardening begins after this period.
Clean all belt fittings with microencapsulated male and female threads.
Shavings or other debris must not remain in the components.
If a microencapsulated screw is reused, it must be coated with the following screw locking agent: Loctite 243, medium strength.
The threaded connection must be completed within 10 minutes as hardening begins after this period.
- Feed in the strap fitting (2) and click it home.
- Pull the seat belt end fitting (2) in the arrow direction until the lock plate (1) audibly snaps in.
The strap fitting can be rotated on the bolt if the lock plate is properly engaged.
Check
- Check whether the strap fitting can be rotated on the bolt.
Result
» The strap fitting cannot be rotated.
Measure
- Try engaging the lock plate again.
Mounting the front strap fitting correctly
End lining
NOTE:
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Clean all belt fittings with microencapsulated male and female threads.
Shavings or other debris must not remain in the components.
If a microencapsulated screw is reused, it must be coated with the following screw locking agent: Loctite 243, medium strength.
The threaded connection must be completed within 10 minutes as hardening begins after this period.
Clean all belt fittings with microencapsulated male and female threads.
Shavings or other debris must not remain in the components.
If a microencapsulated screw is reused, it must be coated with the following screw locking agent: Loctite 243, medium strength.
The threaded connection must be completed within 10 minutes as hardening begins after this period.
- Make sure that the retaining tab (1) snaps in correctly behind the pin (2).
- Observe the following animation:
- Slide down the cover (1) of the safety belt (2).
- Perform the concluding check: Pull the strap fitting forward, up and back.
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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.