Necessary preliminary tasks

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Remove CENTRE ARMREST or
E82 only:
filler element

Press ski bag (1) on rear side out of backrest.

Fig 1: Lifting Cover

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Lift off cover (1).

Unfasten screws (2).

Installation:

Make sure cover is correctly installed.

Fig 2: Identifying Backrest Cover And Mounting Screws

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Unclip single opening trim (1) towards top.

Installation:

Plastic clips must not be damaged.

If necessary, replace faulty trim.

Fig 3: Removing Single Opening Trim

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Remove C-module trim (1) in direction of arrow.

Fig 4: Removing C-Module Trim

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