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Home >> BMW >> 2018 >> 440i 2D Convertible >> Repair and Diagnosis >> Body & Frame >> Seats >> Seats - Repair (F32, F33 & F36) >> 52 26 Rear Seat, Through-Loading >> Removing and installing/replacing backrest side section on left or right rear seat backrest (4' Series Convertible)

Removing and installing/replacing backrest side section on left or right rear seat backrest (4' Series Convertible)

Unfasten backrest and tilt forwards.

Pull seat belt to middle and place over head restraint.

Pull top backrest side section (1) forwards and pull out upwards (2).

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If necessary, replace defective clip (2) from backrest side section: 

Unfasten left and right catches (1) and pull clip (3) off backrest side section (2).

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If necessary, replace defective clip (1) from body: 

Pull clip (1) towards front out of the body.

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Installation note: 

Slide the guide (1) into the fixture (2) and guide (3) behind the seat bench.

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