52 26 117 Removing and installing/replacing Bowden cable for right rear seat backrest

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Necessary preliminary tasks

Remove BACKREST COVER on right.

Unclip Bowden cable sleeve (1).

Unhook Bowden cable nipple (2).

Fig 1: Disconnecting Bowden Cable Sleeve And Nipple

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Detach Bowden nipple (1).

Unclip Bowden cable sleeve in marked area.

Pull Bowden cable out through cover (2).

Fig 2: Disconnecting Bowden Cable Nipple

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