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52 13 198 Removing and installing or replacing rear panel on left or right front seat backrest

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Release clips (1) with diagonal cutting pliers.

Remove rear panel (2) downwards with a rotational movement.

NOTE: Remove remnants of clips.
Fig 1: Removing Rear Panel
G09851269Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Installation note: 

Retaining hooks (1) and bore holes (2) on rear panel (3) must not be damaged.

Replace faulty clips.

Fig 2: Identifying Hooks And Bore Holes On Rear Panel
G09851270Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
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