52 26 080 Removing and installing/replacing backrest frame for left rear seat (through-loading system)
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 BMW 545i and 2004 BMW 545i. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Necessary Preliminary Tasks:
- Remove center armrest. Refer to 52 26 030 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING ARMREST FOR REAR SEAT BACKREST (THROUGH-LOADING SYSTEM) .
- Remove ski bag with frame and trim. Refer to 52 26 ... REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING SKI BAG (THROUGH-LOADING) AND FRAME .
- Remove backrest cover with padding. Refer to 52 26 411 REPLACING BACKREST COVER FOR REAR SEAT (THROUGH-LOADING SYSTEM) ON LEFT .
E61 only:
- Remove rear middle inertia reel unit.
Replacement only:
Release all screws and remove parts: