52 24 008 Removing and installing or replacing left or right side section on rear seat backrest

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove REAR SEAT .
• Release rear-seat backrest and fold forward.

Removing rest side section:

1. Unclip in middle.
2. Lever out at top from belt cover.
3. Lift out rest side section.
   Fig 1: Removing Left/Right Side Section On Rear Seat Backrest

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Installation: 

Unlock clip (1) and pull forwards out of body.

Engage clip (1) in rest side section.

If necessary, replace faulty clip (1).

Installation: 

Insert rest side section under backrest mount (2).

Insert plastic tab (1) of rest side section in backrest mount (2).

Pin must not  be damaged.