52 26 400 Replacing seat cover for rear seat

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Special tools required:

52 0 050

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove REAR SEAT

Unclip ISOFIX cover cap.

Installation note:

Pull cover straps through foam part into Isofix openings.

Make sure Isofix protective caps are correctly engaged.

Fig 1: Isofix Protective Caps

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Lever out welt in area (1) with plastic wedge.

Unhook seat cover in area (2).

Fig 2: Welt Area And Seat Cover Unhooking Areas

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Detaching cover and upholstery:

Release all clamps on trim wires.
Remove seat cover from upholstery
Remove remaining clamps from cover and upholstery

Fig 3: Retainers Location
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Installation note:

Insert new clamps with special tool 52 0 050.

Upholstery
Clamp
Trim wire in upholstery
Trim wire in seat cover
Seat cover

Fig 4: Inserting Retainer With Special Tool (52 0 050)
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Replacement only:

Push trim wires into new seat cover
If necessary, cut in mounting for trim wires of new cover

Fig 5: Trim Locations On Seat Cover
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