52 13 198 Removing and installing or replacing rear panel on left or right front seat backrest

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Release clips (1) with diagonal cutting pliers.

Remove rear panel (2) downwards with a rotational movement.

NOTE: Remove remnants of clips.

Fig 1: Removing Rear Panel Downwards With Rotational Movement

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Installation note:

Retaining hooks (1) and bore holes (2) on rear panel (3) must not be damaged.

Replace faulty clips.

Fig 2: Identifying Hooks, Bore Holes And Rear Panel

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