52 13 198 Removing And Installing Or Replacing Rear Panel On Left Or Right Front Seat Backrest

Release clips (1) with diagonal cutting pliers.

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

Fig 1: Removing Rear Panel

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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: Hooks And Bore Holes On Rear Panel

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