52 26 008 Removing and installing/replacing left/right sides of backrest on rear seat backrest (through-loading)

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Pull seat belt to middle and place behind head restraint.

Unclip backrest side section in direction of arrow (1) towards front and pull out in direction of arrow (2).

Fig 1: Disconnecting Backrest Side Section

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If necessary, pull out clip (1) towards front.

Fig 2: Pulling Out Clip Towards Front

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Check clip (1) and locator (2) for damage.

Snap clip (1) into locator (2) of backrest side section.

Fig 3: Inserting Clip Into Locator Of Backrest Side Section

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Insert guides (1) into locators.

Clip backrest side section at top into place.

Installation:

Make sure backrest side section is correctly seated in locators.

Fig 4: Identifying Locators Guides

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