52 16 055 Replacing a cushion for backrest width adjustment on left or right front seat

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Remove rear panel. Refer to 52 15 198 ... REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING REAR PANEL ON FRONT LEFT OR RIGHT SEAT BACKREST (SPORTS/MANUAL) .

Partially remove backrest cover. Refer to 52 16 405 REPLACING BACKREST COVER ON FRONT LEFT OR RIGHT SEAT (SPORTS/ELECTRIC) .

Unhook side lugs from cover.

Fig 1: Removing Side Curtain

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Pull off cover towards front a little.

Unclip cushion side frame from below towards front, remove side cushion towards front.

Disconnect lines.

Fig 2: Disconnecting Lines

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NOTE: If necessary, heat gently with hot air blower.