52 17 034 Removing/installing/replacing shaft for head restraint ("backrest upper section") adjustment (newer version)

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove BOTH REAR PANELS

Detach seat fabric (1) in marked area.

Fig 1: Identifying Seat Fabric

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Unclip cover (1) inwards.

Pull shaft (2) out of drive and transmission and remove.

Fig 2: Pulling Backrest Upper Section Adjustment Shaft

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