52 30 303 Removing and installing/replacing actuating mechanism for rear seat backrest

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Necessary preliminary tasks

Remove BACKREST COVER .

Unclip trim (1) and feed out from release lever (2).

Installation:

Retaining lugs must not be damaged.

If necessary, replace faulty trim (1).

Fig 1: Identifying Trim And Release Lever

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Press in detent lugs and remove release unit (1).

Fig 2: Locating Release Unit Detent Lugs

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Disengage Bowden cable sleeve (1) from actuating unit (2).

Fig 3: Disengaging Bowden Cable Sleeve From Actuating Unit

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Carefully press retaining lug (1) back with screwdriver and feed Bowden cable nipple (2) out of actuating unit.

Fig 4: Identifying Retaining Lug And Bowden Cable Nipple

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