52 26 038 Removing and installing/replacing left rear seat frame

Necessary preliminary tasks 

• REMOVE  backrest frame
• REMOVE LEFT BACKREST COVER 

Lift off cover (1).

Fig 1: Lifting Off Seat Frame Cover

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Release screws (1).

Tightening torque 52 26 02AZ .

Fig 2: Identifying Seat Frame Mounting Screws

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Remove plate (1).

Release screw (2).

Tightening torque 52 26 08AZ .

Remove trim (3) in direction of arrow.

Fig 3: Removing Backrest Frame Trim

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Release screws (1).

Tightening torque 52 26 08AZ .

Remove trim in direction of arrow.

Fig 4: Removing Backrest Frame Trim

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Release screws (1).

Tightening torque 52 26 04AZ .

Lift out backrest.

Fig 5: Identifying Backrest Screws

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Replacement only: 

• Remove DAMPER .
• Remove ACTUATING MECHANISM FOR REAR SEAT .
• Remove BOWDEN CABLE FOR REAR SEAT .
• Remove CONTROL UNIT FOR SEAT HEATING .
• Remove seat belt buckle