52 26 311 Removing and installing/replacing lock for left or right rear seat backrest (through-loading system)

Unlock rear seat backrest and fold down.

Unclip Bowden cable from holders (1).

Unfasten screws (2).

For tightening torque refer to 52 26 08AZ in 52 26 REAR SEATS (THROUGH-LOADING SYSTEM) .

Fig 1: Identifying Bowden Cable Holders And Screws

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Pull lock (1) out of installation opening slightly and unclip Bowden cable (2).

Remove lock completely from installation opening.

Fig 2: Identifying Bowden Cable And Lock

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Installation: 

Catches (2) on lock must not be damaged.

Bowden cable must be correctly anchored in catches (2).

Installation: 

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

Fig 3: Identifying Lock Guide Lug And Opening

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Adjusting lock: 

• Slacken screws
• Firmly push engaged backrest back
• Tighten down screws