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Espace front seat drivers removal

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#1 ·
I need to remove the front driver's seat from my Jan 2005 Espace 2.2DCI Auto, as had a bit of a mare when accessing the heater blower box underneath the car, as the heater fan has stopped working, but something has shorted out on top of it! ... saw a few sparks and smelt something, just under the driver's seat where the wiring loom enters the car, so need to check out damage!

Are there any precautions that need to be taken when doing this, for instance, do I need to remove the battery or switch the airbag off in some other way before proceeding?
 
#2 ·
If the seat has an airbag fitted, it is recommended to disconnect the battery for at least 30mins prior to removing the seat. Also ensure it is handled with care, and not dropped, as a sudden jolt may cause it to deploy.

It is also recommended that the light switch is set to 'ON' when reconnecting the battery to prevent voltage spikes causing problems with other ancillaries.

If the seat unbolts from underneath, I would also recommend some penetrating fluid being sprayed on the bolts the night before, just to save your knuckles.

Take some pics as you go, as I know fellow members will find this of interest.

Best of luck,

Paul
 
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