52 24 010 Removing and installing/replacing backrest for rear seat

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Necessary preliminary work:

Remove REAR SEAT
Remove BOTH REAR HEAD RESTRAINTS

Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.

Unfasten screws (2).

Tightening torque 52 24 1AZ .

Fig 1: Identifying Plug Connection And Screws

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Open center armrest.

Detach cover from adhesive band.

Release screws (1).

Tightening torque 52 24 1AZ .

Remove backrest.

Fig 2: Identifying Backrest Screws

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