52 26 388 Removing and installing/replacing rear middle head restraint
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 BMW X5 M, 2012 BMW X5 M, 2011 BMW X5 M, and 2010 BMW X5 M. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Press lock (2) and move head restraint upwards to maximum extent.
Pull out head restraint (1) firmly.