52 17 095 Removing And Installing/Replacing Carrier For Thigh Support On Left Or Right Front Seat (Comfort) (M5)

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Move thigh support forwards fully

Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.

Release screws (2).

Installation:

Insert screws (2) with Loctite.

Fig 1: Identifying Plug Connection And Screws

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Detach seat cover (1) in marked area from carrier (2) for thigh support.

Feed plug out of carrier (2) for thigh support.

Remove carrier (2) for thigh support.

Fig 2: Identifying Seat Cover And Carrier

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