52 16... Replacing upholstery for front seat thigh support (newer version)

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Move the thigh support (1) completely to the front.

Raise latch mechanisms in succession from A to D, pulling the thigh support (1) forward at the same time.

Fig 1: Pulling Thigh Support

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Installation note:

Insert support for thigh support in correct position in the guide and lock.

Fig 2: Inserting Thigh Support In Guide

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Detach welt (1) from metal tabs.

Fig 3: Detaching Welt From Metal Tabs

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Detach welt from support for thigh support.

Remove the mounting plate and foam part of the thigh support.

Fig 4: Detaching Welt From Thigh Support

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