52 13 198 Removing And Installing/Replacing Rear Panel On Left Or Right Front Seat Backrest

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Release clips (1) with diagonal cutting pliers.

Remove rear panel (2) downwards with a turning action.

NOTE: Remove remnants of clips.

Fig 1: Identifying Clips

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Installation:

Retaining hooks (1) and bore holes (2) on rear panel (3) must not be damaged.

Replace faulty clips.

Fig 2: Identifying Hooks & Bore Holes On Rear Panel

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