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52 17 050 Replacing lumbar support cushion on left or right front seat (comfort): Notes

Remove back-rest, refer to 52 17 405 REPLACING BACK-REST COVER FOR FRONT SEAT (COMFORT) ON LEFT OR RIGHT SIDES  .

Remove bottom of cover from claw-type cover clips.

Fig 1: Removing Bottom Of Cover From Claw-Type Cover Clips
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Remove hose (1) (red - large cushion) and hose (2) (blue - small cushion) from control unit (3).

NOTE: If seat fixed in position, slightly heat hose, housing (valve block) must not be unclipped (leaks). If it is unclipped, release screws and clip together housing.
Fig 2: Removing Hose (Large Cushion And Small Cushion) From Control Unit
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Disconnect top of lumbar support cushion (1) from spring wire (2). Press support (3) downwards and remove lumbar support cushion.

Fig 3: Disconnecting Top Of Lumbar Support Cushion From Spring Wire
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