52 13... Replacing guide sleeves for front left or right head restraint

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove the FRONT HEAD RESTRAINT 

Push the backrest cover with upholstery down next to the guide sleeve.

Carefully insert screwdriver between the backrest cover and guide sleeve.

Unlock the retaining lug with a screwdriver and remove the guide sleeves through the top.

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Installation note: 

Install guide sleeves as follows:

1. Guide sleeve with push-button (3) in direction of travel left
2. Guide sleeve without push-button in direction of travel right

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