52 16... Replacing Padding For Front Seat Thigh Support

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Release screws (1).

Installation:

Insert screws (1) with Loctite.

Fig 1: Identifying Release Screws

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Unhook seat cover (1) from marked area.

Remove carrier (2) for thigh support.

Fig 2: Identifying Seat Cover And Carrier

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For seat heating optional extra only:

Carefully detach felt (1) from thigh support.

Unfasten plug connection (2) and disconnect.

Installation:

Ensure correct cable routing.

Remove padding from cover.

Fig 3: Identifying Plug Connection And Felt

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