52 26 303 Removing and installing/replacing actuator for left or right rear seat backrest (through-loading system)

Special tools required:

Version A

Unclip the Bowden cable (1).

Unfasten screws (2).

Unlock latch mechanism (3) towards the center of vehicle and simultaneously unclip the actuator (4) downwards.

If necessary, unclip the actuator (4) with special tool 00 9 317.

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Version B

Unclip the Bowden cable.

Loosen screw (1).

Release the latch mechanism (2) in the direction of the arrow and remove the actuator (3) in the direction of arrow/direction of travel.

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Version A installation note:

Catches (1) and (2) of actuator (3) must not be damaged.

Bowden cable (4) must be correctly locked in actuator (3).

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Version B installation note:

Catches (1) and (2) of actuator (3) must not be damaged.

Bowden cable (4) must be correctly locked in actuator (3).

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