52 14 060 Removing and installing/replacing valve body for left or right front lumbar support

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Necessary preliminary work:

Remove rear panel on backrest. See REMOVING REAR PANEL (NORMAL/ELECTRIC SEAT) or REMOVING BOTH REAR PANELS (COMFORT SEAT) .

Remove valve body in direction of arrow from backrest frame.

Installation note:

Check that valve body is correctly seated.

Fig 1: Removing Valve Housing From Backrest Frame

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Unlock plug connection (3) and disconnect.

Unlock quick connectors and detach air hoses (1) and (2).

Valve unit for lumbar support:

Hose (clear), lumbar support drive
Hose (blue/red), lumbar support

Installation note:

Connections are coded against incorrect assembly.

Fig 2: Identifying Air Hoses And Plug Connection

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NOTE: Carry out a FUNCTIONAL CHECK .