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

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Move seat fully forwards and upwards.

Pull lever forward to remove:

If necessary, lever out lower locking point (1) from rear with a screwdriver.

Release screw (2).

Fig 1: Removing Lower Locking Point From Rear

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Remove trim:

Unclip at top edge
Unclip at rear towards top side
Pull on belt opening
Unlock lugs
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 Trim

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Installation:

Retaining clips and tabs must not be damaged.

Fig 3: Identifying Retaining Clips And Tabs

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