52 24 311 Removing and installing/replacing lock for left or right rear seat backrest

Unfasten screws (2).

For tightening torque refer to 52 24 02AZ in 52 24 REAR SEAT (NORMAL), MANUAL .

Fig 1: Identifying Rear Seat Backrest And Screws

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Remove  backrest and set down forwards.

Remove lock (1) completely from installation opening.

Fig 2: Identifying Rear Seat Backrest Lock

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Display bridge (1) can be pressed out of lock during emergency actuation.

Remove display bridge (1) from lock.

Display bridge (1) does not have to be reinstalled.

Fig 3: Identifying Rear Backrest Display Bridge

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Installation: 

Slide guide lug (1) of lock into opening (2).

Fig 4: Identifying Rear Backrest Guide Lug And Opening

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Adjusting lock: 

• Slacken screws
• Firmly push engaged backrest back
• Tighten down screws
  IMPORTANT: Check backrest lock without fail.