52 24 010 Remove and install rear seat backrest (basic seat) (2' Series convertible models)

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Open soft top
• Refer to REMOVING HEAD RESTRAINTS .

Removal: 

Pull off cover (1) on left and right forwards.

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Pull up all guide sleeves (1) for head restraint, rear left and right up to the first catch.

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Release screws (1).

Raise rear seat backrest (2) upwards out of the guides and remove from the front.

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Installation: 

Attach rear seat backrest (2) on the top to the guides and feed in towards the bottom.

Tighten down screws (1).

Tightening torque 52 24 1AZ .

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Press down all guide sleeves (1) for head restraints, rear left and right and engage.

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Install left and right roof trim (1).

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Required follow-up work: 

• Refer to INSTALLING HEAD RESTRAINTS .
• Close soft top.