52 26 008 Removing and installing/replacing backrest side section on left or right rear seat backrest (2' Series convertible models)

Special tools required: 

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• Open soft top
• Unlock the rear seat backrest and tilt forward

Removal: 

Remove the seat belt strap (1) from the working area.

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Lightly push the backrest side section (1) toward the center of the vehicle.

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Press special tool 2 298 504  onto the lock (1) to release the backrest side section (2).

Pull the backrest side section (2) out toward the top.

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Installation: 

Slide the mounting (1) into the guide (2).

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Push the backrest side section (1) in the direction of the arrow until the clip (2) can be heard latching.

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• Lock the rear seat backrest
• Close soft top.