52 26 008 Removing and installing/replacing left or right side section of rear seat backrest (through-loading)

Release rear-seat backrest and fold forward.

Fig 1: Removing Backrest

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Unclip backrest side section at top (1) and pull upwards (2) to remove.

Installation: 

Unscrew clip (1) towards top out of plate.

Fig 2: Identifying Clip

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Installation: 

Slide clip (1) into locating receptacle (2) of backrest side section.

Fig 3: Sliding Clip Into Receptacle Of Backrest Side Section

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Installation: 

Push guide (1) on backrest side section (2) into fixture (3).

Fig 4: Pushing Guide Into Fixture

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