52 26 008 Removing And Installing/Replacing Rest Side Section On Left Or Right Rear Seat Backrest

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Removing rest side section:

Unclip in middle
Lever out at top from belt cover
Lift out rest side section

Fig 1: Removing Rest Side Section
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Installation:

Unlock clip (1) and pull forwards out of body.

Engage clip (1) in rest side section.

If necessary, replace faulty clip (1).

Fig 2: Identifying Clip In Rest Side Section

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Installation:

Insert lower rest side section into rear seat.

Insert plastic tab (1) of rest side section in backrest mount (2).

Pin must not be damaged.

Fig 3: Identifying Plastic Tab Of Rest Side Section In Backrest Mount

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