52 24 034 Replacing armrest upper part for rear seat backrest

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Special tools required:

00 9 317

Open center armrest.

Detach cover from adhesive band.

Release screws (1).

Tightening torque 52 24 3AZ .

Fig 1: Identifying Center Armrest Screws

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Release retaining lugs on upper part (1) on ft and right with special tool 00 9 317 .

NOTE: Cover rear seat padding to avoid direct contact with special tool 00 9 317 .
Press rear seat padding to one side for better access.

At same time unclip upper part (1) upwards in direction of arrow.

Carefully clip out upper part (1) in stages from rear to front.

Fig 2: Removing Rear Seat Padding Upper Part

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Installation note:

Retaining lugs of upper part (1) must not be damaged.

If necessary, replace upper part (1).

Fig 3: Identifying Upper Part Retaining Lugs

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Remove upper part and unlock and disconnect plug connection (1) on underside.

Fig 4: Identifying Plug Connection On Underside

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