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52 13 040 Removing and installing/replacing outer cover on left or right front seat

Move seat fully forwards and upwards.

Pull lever forward to remove:

Release screw (2).

Fig 1: Releasing Screw
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Remove trim:

  1. Unclip at top edge
  2. Unclip at rear towards top side
  3. Pull on belt opening
  4. Unlock lugs
  5. Carefully remove trim towards front

Unfasten plug connection.

Replacement only: 

Remove switch  . See 61 31 204 REPLACING OPERATING UNIT FOR SEAT ADJUSTMENT or 61 31 208 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING SWITCH FOR FRONT LUMBAR SUPPORT .

Fig 2: Removing Rear Towards Top Side
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Depending on version, cut-outs for buttons in cover may need to be reworked.

Installation note: 

Retaining clips and tabs must not be damaged.

Fig 3: Identifying Retaining Clips And Tabs
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