52 13 040 Removing and Installing/Replacing Outer Cover On Left Or Right Front Seat (Normal/Semi-Electric)

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Pull lever forward to remove:

If necessary, lever out lower locking point (1) from rear with a screwdriver.

Release screw (2).

If necessary, move seat fully forwards and upwards.

Fig 1: Releasing Screw And Locking Point

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Remove trim:

Unclip at top edge
Unclip at rear towards top side
Pull on belt opening
Unlock lugs
Carefully remove trim towards front

Unfasten plug connection.

Replacement only:

Remove switch. See 61 31 203 REPLACING SWITCH COMBINATION FOR SEAT ADJUSTMENT .

Fig 2: Removing Trim

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Installation:

Retaining clips and tabs must not be damaged.

Fig 3: Identifying Retaining Clips And Tabs

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