52 26 000 Removing and installing/replacing left or right rear seat

Unclip trim (1) with plastic wedge on upper part to the front.

Installation:

If necessary, replace faulty trim.

Fig 1: Unclipping Trim With Plastic Wedge On Upper Part To Front

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Pull lever for backrest adjustment and release screw (1) below.

Tightening torque 52 26 07AZ.

Fig 2: Removing Cover For Backrest Angle Adjustment On Left Or Right

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Right rear seat:

Unclip rear seat to the front and pull up.

Installation:

Pull belt buckle through recess in rear seat.

Fig 3: Pulling Belt Buckle (Right Rear Seat)

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Left rear seat:

Unclip rear seat to the front and pull up.

Installation:

Pull belt buckle through recess in rear seat.

Fig 4: Pulling Belt Buckle (Left Rear Seat)

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Optional equipment with seat heating only:

NOTE: For a better overview, the control unit is shown removed.

Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.

Fig 5: Identifying Control Unit Plug Connection

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