52 25 015 Removing and installing / replacing backrest for rear seat (normal/ electric): Notes

Remove rear headrest, refer to 52 25 390 REMOVING AND INSTALLING / REPLACING REAR LEFT OR RIGHT HEADREST (NORMAL/ ELECTRIC) .

Move backrest adjustment back as far as possible.

Remove side section of backrest, refer to 52 25 008 REMOVING AND INSTALLING / REPLACING LEFT OR RIGHT SIDE SECTION OF REAR SEAT BACKREST (NORMAL/ ELECTRIC) .

Open box (1) for first aid kit.

Remove inside (2) and outside (3) necks.

Fig 1: Removing Inside And Outside Necks

Pull back panel upwards and unclip (3 retaining points).

NOTE: If the drive for backrest adjustment is defective and the seat is fully forward, it is difficult to remove the panel (possibility of damage cannot be excluded).

Adjust backrest to maximum forwards position.

Fig 2: Pulling Back Panel Upwards

Removing seatbelt band and seatbelt finisher.

Remove hoses (1) and (2) from the hose connectors.

NOTE: If no hose connectors are fitted to the hoses: Unfasten nut. Lift control unit for lumbar support and remove hoses (1) and (2).

Fig 3: Removing Hoses From Hose Connectors

Unfasten nuts (1).

Tightening torque, refer to 52 25 1AZ 52 25 REAR SEAT (NORMAL), ELECTRIC .

Disconnect connector (2) (seat heating) and (3) (actuator drive). Unlock connector (3) and remove from holder.

Fig 4: Disconnecting Connector (Seat Heating) And (Actuator Drive)

Lift rear seat backrest upwards to remove.

Fig 5: Removing Rear Seat Backrest