Removing and installing/replacing front left or right head restraint (Sport) (Convertible)

Necessary preliminary work: 

• Remove COVER FOR BACKREST, INNER .

Release the backrest cover (1) at the marked areas (arrows).

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Release cable strap (1).

Unfasten plug connection (2) and disconnect.

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Push head restraint (1) upwards.

Operate latch mechanism (2) and remove head restraint towards the top.

Remove the accompanying plug connection towards the top.

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