R56 Seat Removal: Airbag Light and Track Grease
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Seat Removal: Airbag Light and Track Grease
I'm an idiot.
I spilled protein drink under my passenger seat. Since that stuff can get way funky if it ferments, I figured it would be best to pull the seat and clean as best I can.
Of course, I didn't think about checking here first [see line 1], and simply unplugged the the connector under the seat. I didn't unplug the battery. So now that it's all back together, I, of course, have the big red airbag and seat belt lights.
A little research seems to indicate that I have to take it to a dealer/shop to reset. Does this remain the only solution? What should I expect to pay an independent shop to do this? Any recommendations in the Orange County area?
Also, as I cleaned out the chocolate nastiness from the tracks, some of the factory grease came with it. So I am wondering what type of grease to use to re-lube the tracks. The factory stuff is a thick, semi-translucent, vaseline-like grease. None of the stuff in my garage - moly, lithium, etc , seem comparable.
Thanks.
I spilled protein drink under my passenger seat. Since that stuff can get way funky if it ferments, I figured it would be best to pull the seat and clean as best I can.
Of course, I didn't think about checking here first [see line 1], and simply unplugged the the connector under the seat. I didn't unplug the battery. So now that it's all back together, I, of course, have the big red airbag and seat belt lights.
A little research seems to indicate that I have to take it to a dealer/shop to reset. Does this remain the only solution? What should I expect to pay an independent shop to do this? Any recommendations in the Orange County area?
Also, as I cleaned out the chocolate nastiness from the tracks, some of the factory grease came with it. So I am wondering what type of grease to use to re-lube the tracks. The factory stuff is a thick, semi-translucent, vaseline-like grease. None of the stuff in my garage - moly, lithium, etc , seem comparable.
Thanks.
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Resetting the light will probably cost about 96 bucks at a dealer. (hour's labor)If you know anyone with a decent scan tool, you can reset it. If someone came to my body shop, I'd reset it for them without charge.
You can use any white lithium grease. Yes, it's a bit different but it'll work just fine.
HTH's,
Mark
You can use any white lithium grease. Yes, it's a bit different but it'll work just fine.
HTH's,
Mark
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