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

Release rear-seat backrest and fold forward.

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

Fig 1: Removing Top Section Of Backrest

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Installation: 

1. To install backrest side section, remove trim (2) at top.
2. Unlock both catches (1) with a screwdriver and take off trim (2).
   Fig 2: Unlocking Catches

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Installation: 

1. Catches (1) and (2) of trim (3) must not be damaged.
   Fig 3: Identifying Catches Of Trim

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Installation: 

1. Twist clip (1) out of metal plate and slide into backrest side section.
   Fig 4: Twisting Clip Out Of Metal Plate & Sliding Into Backrest Side Section

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Installation: 

1. Push guide (1) into bracket (2) and guide (3) into bracket (4).
   Fig 5: Installing Guide Into Bracket & Into Bracket

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