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61 35 076 Removing and installing/replacing control unit for backrest width adjustment

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 BMW 545i and 2004 BMW 545i. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE:

For Special Tool identification, see SEATS - SPECIAL TOOLS - 5-SERIES (E60) .

Special Tools Required:

52 0 050

IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on protection against electrostatic damage (ESD protection). Refer to 61 35 ... NOTES ON ESD PROTECTION (ELECTRO STATIC DISCHARGE) .

Necessary Preliminary Tasks:

Remove switch combination for seat adjustment. Refer to 61 31 203 REPLACING SEAT ADJUSTMENT SWITCH COMBINATION (FULLY ELECTRIC FRONT SEAT) and 61 31 204 REPLACING SEAT ADJUSTMENT SWITCH COMBINATION (SEMI-ELECTRIC FRONT SEAT) .

Unclip cover (1) on front seat.

Fig 1: Removing Cover On Front Seat

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Release screws (1) on thigh support.

Disconnect plug connection (2).

Remove thigh support (3) towards top.

Installation:

Insert screws (1) with Loctite.

Fig 2: Locating Thigh Support Retaining Screws

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Unclip trim (1) for thigh support carrier.

Fig 3: Removing Trim For Thigh Support Carrier

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Detach seat cover (1).

Tilt back seat cover (1) with padding towards middle of vehicle.

Fig 4: Locating Seat Cover Retainers

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Loosen retainers (1).

Tilt back thigh support (2) towards rear.

Remove all remnants of clips from seat cover and seat mechanism.

Installation:

Bend new retainers closed with pliers (52 0 050).

Fig 5: View Of Seat Cover Clips

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Release screw (1) under tilted-up seat padding.

Unlock plug connections (2) and disconnect.

Remove control unit for backrest width adjustment (3) towards bottom.

Replacement:

Carry out programming/coding. Refer to DIAGNOSIS PROGRAMMING/CODING .

Fig 6: Identifying Backrest Width Adjustment Control

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