52 14... Removing and installing/replacing guide for front left or right head restraint

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove rear panel on front seat backrest. See 52 14 198 Removing And Installing/Replacing Rear Panel On Left Or Right Front Seat Backrest (Normal/Electric) .

Pull backrest cover (1) in direction of arrow over metal lugs (2) and detach.

If necessary, detach backrest cover on both sides from backrest frame.

Fig 1: Detaching Backrest Cover On Both Sides From Backrest Frame

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Unlock catches (1) and remove guide (2) towards top.

Fig 2: Removing Guide Towards Top

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