52 26 411 Replacing backrest cover for rear seat (through-loading system) on left

Remove and install trim of actuator for left rear seat. See Actuating unit version (C) (spare part):

Remove and install actuator for rear-seat armrest/ski bag. See Actuating unit version (C) (spare part):

Release screw (1) on seat outer mount.

Fig 1: Releasing Screw On Seat Outer Mount

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Installation:

Insert screw (1) and plastic washer (2) as shown into mounting (3) and screw down.

Fig 2: Inserting Screw & Plastic Washer Into Mounting
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Remove cover.

Fig 3: Removing Cover

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Carefully bend open cover of seat center mount and remove.

Fig 4: Removing Open Cover Of Seat Center Mount

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Unfasten screws.

Remove trim.

Fig 5: Unfastening Screws

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Separate webbing.

Fig 6: Separating Webbing

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Lever cover with trim wires (1) out of metal clutches (2).

Fig 7: Levering Cover With Trim Wires Out Of Metal Clutches

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Detach cover all around by levering out piping (1).

Fig 8: Detaching Cover All Around By Levering Out Piping

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Detach trim wire (1) from rear panel.

Fig 9: Detaching Trim Wire From Rear Panel

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Replacement, "padding":

Note clip positions.

Cut through or bend open all clips, remove remnants of clips from cover and padding.

Installation:

Lock new clips by bending with special tool 52 0 050.

Fig 10: Removing Remnants Of Clips From Cover & Padding
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Only replacement of "backrest cover":

Remove all trim wires from cover.

Cut new cover and insert the trim wires.

Fig 11: View Of Trim Cover

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