52 14 420 Replacing padding for left or right front seat backrest (normal/electric)

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NOTE: This task is identical to replacing backrest cover.

Seat with air conditioning:

Remove dividing net (1) towards top.

Fig 1: Removing Dividing Net Towards Top

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Remove fan (1) towards top.

Installation:

Make sure fans have correct cable routing (2) (cables point to each other).

Fig 2: Removing Fan Towards Top

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