52 24 015 Removing and installing/replacing backrest for left or right rear seat (normal)

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Release screws (1).

Fig 1: Removing Backrest

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Lever out backrest (2) at bottom and slide upwards out of guide.

Feed backrest (2) out of belt straps and remove.

Rear seat with seat heater:

Disconnect plug connections (1).

Fig 2: Removing Control Unit

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Remove clip (2) and remove control unit (3).

Installation:

First engage backrest in guides (1).

Fig 3: Installing Backrest In Guides

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