Removing Rear Three-Point Belt: Notes

Fig 1: Identifying Rear Three-Point Belt

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→ Observe safety regulations for handling seat-belt pretensioner units.

→ Observe disposal regulations for seat-belt pretensioner units.

→ After disconnecting the battery, wait 1 minute before disconnecting the seat-belt pretensioner unit.

→ Remove ignition key and disconnect the battery. Route or insulate the ground strap so that all contact with a ground carrier is avoided. → WM 9000IN WORK INSTRUCTIONS AFTER DISCONNECTING THE BATTERY (ALL MODELS)

→ If removed for an extended period, the seat-belt pretensioner unit must be stored in a safe place.

→ Transport the seat-belt pretensioner unit in such a way that the seat belt can retract safely if it is actuated.

1. Fold seat cushion forwards.
2. Unscrew fastening screw -1-  .
   Fig 2: Identifying Rear Three-Point Belt

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3. Remove backrest. → Removing Rear Backrest
4. Remove rear side trim panel. → Removing rear luggage compartment side-trim panel
5. Mark the installation position of the retainer element of the backrest.
6. Unscrew fastening screws -2-  and remove the support from the backrest.
   Fig 3: Locating Backrest Support Fastening Screws

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7. Press down the protective cover on the plug -arrow A-  and maintain in this position.
   Fig 4: Pressing Down Protective Cover On Plug

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8. Release connector -arrow B-  and pull it off -arrow C-  .
   Fig 5: Releasing Connector

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9. Release -arrow A-  and remove -arrow B-  socket from the clip.
   Fig 6: Removing Socket From Clip

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10. Unscrew fastening screw -3-  and remove the belt reel.
    Fig 7: Removing Belt Reel Fastening Screw

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11. Unscrew fastening screw -4-  and remove the seat belt.
    Fig 8: Removing Seat Belt Fastening Screw

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