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How to Replace the Driver's Seatbelt in the BMW 3 Series?

Model: BMW Serie 3 E46 - Years 1998-2006
Part: Checks and maintenance

In this tutorial, you will see how to replace the driver's seatbelt in the BMW 3 Series. First, remove the 4 mounting bolts of the seat brackets using a 16mm socket wrench. Then, disconnect the connector located under the seat and remove the side plastic cover. Next, unscrew the mounting bolt of the first end of the seatbelt, remove the pillar cover, and take out the last bolts. At this point, you can extract the pretensioner from its housing, insert the replacement, and reassemble everything by following the reverse procedure.

Updated on 26 June 2026 by ScegliAuto

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How to Replace the External Wing Mirror on a Ford C MAX

In the event of a breakage, it will be necessary to replace the external wing mirror on the 2011 Ford C MAX. This operation is easily performed independently. Start by removing the internal cover of the mirror with a plastic lever. Then, use a socket wrench to remove the securing pins. Once the pins are removed, you can take off the mirror, but not before disconnecting the power connectors. Then proceed to fit the new mirror. First, connect the connectors and then secure the mirror to its housing with the pins. Refit the plastic cover and test the operation of the electric mirror using the controls.

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