52 14 040 Removing and installing/replacing outer cover on left or right front seat

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If necessary, move seat fully forwards and upwards.

Remove trim:

Unclip at rear towards top side
Pull on belt opening to one side
Bend trim open slightly at top and bottom on actuating unit
Bend open slightly at top and bottom and pull outwards a little

Fig 1: Removing Trim
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Installation:

Retaining clips must not be damaged.

Fig 2: Identifying Retaining Clips

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Unclip front cover in marked area.
Unclip cover in marked area from operating unit.
Unclip center cover in marked area.
Remove the cover backward from the seat mechanism.

Fig 1: Removing Cover Backward From Seat Mechanism
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Catches and guides in marked area must not be damaged.

Replace facing panel if necessary.

Fig 2: Identifying Catches And Guides In Marked Area

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