Backrest Release Cable, Adjusting, Standard Seat, Sport Seat, Super Sport Seat

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WARNING:

Make Sure The Backrest Is Locked (Zero Position), Otherwise It Could Tip Forward Accidentally.

The Following Prerequisites Must Be Met To Adjust:

The backrest cover must be removed.
The padding must be removed from the backrest.

NOTE:

The Pins (Release Pins) -2- On Both Sides Must Be Locked (Delivery Position, I.E. Basic Position).

Fig 1: Entry Assistance Release Cables Adjusting, Coupe Only

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-- Tilt the bracket -1- up so there is a distance -a- = 2 to 4 mm between the backrest frame stop surface -arrow A- and the bracket stop ridge -arrow B-.

Fig 2: Tilting Bracket -1- Up So There Is A Distance -A- = 2 To 4 Mm Between Backrest Frame Stop Surface -Arrow A- And The Bracket Stop Ridge -Arrow B-.

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-- Hold the bracket -1- in this position.

NOTE:

The Illustration Does Not Show The Side Cable Adjuster.

-- Adjust the left and right release cables -1 and 2- at the cable adjusters -arrows-.

Fig 3: Adjusting Left And Right Release Cables -1- And -2- At Cable Adjusters -Arrows-

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-- To adjust, rotate the upper section -arrow A- and lower section -arrow B- against each other.

-- Adjust the cables so they are free of play and tension.

NOTE:

The Illustration Only Shows One Side Of The Retainer.

When adjusting cables -1-, they must not be tensioned at release pins -2-.

Fig 4: Entry Assistance Release Cables Adjusting, Coupe Only

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-- After adjusting release cables, check function of backrest lock.

-- If it does not release or only releases partially, check the release cable routing or repeat the adjustment.