Interior (internal body elements) BMW 5 Series E39

Removal and installation the interior rearview mirror
Removal Mirror with automatic dimming system: Press the cover at the base of the mirror and disconnect the plug connector. Remove the mirror from the base by...

Removal and installation the center console
Removal Unfasten the gear shift lever cover and lift it up. Remove the hazard warning lights and central locking switches. To do this, push the foam rubber...

Removal and installation the electric motor of the sliding roof panel drive
Removal Press the interior light together with the lamp holder using a narrow screwdriver, disconnect the plug connector. Use a screwdriver to press the cover....

Removal and installation the front seat
Caution: If the seat has an electric drive for adjusting the seat and a fault occurs in the drive, follow the instructions at the end of the chapter. Removal...

Seat belt tensioner
The seat belt tensioner is integrated into the front seat. In the event of a frontal collision, it ensures that the seat belt fits tightly against the body and...

Safety precautions when working with a belt tensioner
Replacement and testing of the belt tensioner/airbag system must only be carried out in a specialist workshop. Under no circumstances may any modifications be...

Deactivating the seat belt tensioner
Remove the front seat. Seat with manual adjustment: deactivate the seat belt tensioner. To do this, turn the screw "1" 90° to the left (place vertically in...

Removal and installation the rear seat
Removal Pull the rear seat up strongly on both sides from the front and remove it from the clamps. Pull the rear seat forward slightly from under the backrest,...

Removal and installation the rear shelf
Removal Note: This describes how to remove the rear shelf if you have a retractable rear window blind. Press both C-pillar trims at the top and unfasten them...

Removal and installation the retractable rear window blind
Removal Remove the rear shelf. Disconnect electrical wires "1". Unscrew nuts "2". Unfasten the burdock type clamps "3". Unfasten the left and right pads by...

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