52 14 040 Removing And Installing/Replacing Outer Cover On Left Or Right Front Seat (Basic/Electric)

If necessary, move seat fully forwards and upwards.

Remove trim:

1. Unclip at rear towards top side
2. Pull on belt opening to one side
3. Bend trim open slightly at top and bottom on actuating unit
4. Bend open slightly at top and bottom and pull outwards a little

Fig 1: Removing Trim

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Installation: 

Retaining clips must not be damaged.

Fig 2: Identifying Retaining Clips

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