52 17 202 Removing And Installing/Replacing Bottom Rear Panel On Front Seat Backrest (Luxury Seat)

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Headrest must be moved as far forwards as possible.

Remove clips (1) with side cutting pliers.

Fig 1: Removing Clips

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Unclip rear panel (2) first at side towards rear, then lift out at rear.

Installation:

Clips (1) and springs (2) must be correctly seated in rear panel mounts and must not be bent.

Fig 2: Installing Clips And Springs

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If necessary, replace defective clips/springs.