Removing and installing/replacing backrest for left rear seat (330i xDrive Wagon, 328d xDrive Wagon)

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove ARMREST SIDE SECTION .
Unclip REAR SEAT and lay down towards front

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Release screw (1).

Installation note:

Replace screw (1).

Tightening torque 52 26 1AZ .

Tilt backrest slightly forwards.
Pull backrest forwards and outwards out of center mount

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Installation note:

The plastic bush (1) in the right backrest frame may slide during removal of the left backrest.

Make sure plastic bush (1) is fitted correctly in the right backrest frame.

The plastic bush (1) must be retained in the backrest frame.

If applicable, clip the plastic bush (1) in from the outside in.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove ARMREST SIDE SECTION .
Unclip REAR SEAT and lay down towards front

On version with backrest remote unlocking:

Open cover (1).

Feed out bottom Bowden cable (2) from housing (3) and holder (4).

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Release screw (1).

Installation note:

Replace screw (1).

Tightening torque 52 26 1AZ .

Tilt backrest slightly forwards.
Pull backrest forwards and outwards out of center mount

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Installation note:

The plastic bush (1) in the right backrest frame may slide during removal of the left backrest.

Make sure plastic bush (1) is fitted correctly in the right backrest frame.

The plastic bush (1) must be retained in the backrest frame.

If applicable, clip the plastic bush (1) in from the outside in.

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.