52 26 020 Removing and installing/replacing both backrests

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Necessary preliminary work:

Remove BACKREST SIDE SECTION
Remove REAR SEAT

Release screw (1).

Tightening torque 72 11 21AZ .

Installation note:

End fitting is coded against incorrect installation.

Replace screw (1).

Fig 1: Locating Rear Center Seat Belt Screw

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Lever out pin and remove expanding rivet (1) on left and right.

Release left and right screws (2).

Tightening torque 52 26 01AZ .

Fig 2: Locating Expanding Rivet And Screws

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Tilt backrest slightly forwards.
Pull backrest forwards and outwards out of center mount

Fig 3: Tilting Backrest
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Tilt backrest slightly forwards.
Pull backrest forwards and outwards out of center mount

Fig 4: Pulling Backrest Outwards Out Of Center Mount
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Installation note:

Make sure plastic bush (1) is fitted correctly.

Lock plastic bush (1) with lug in center mount.

Fig 5: Locating Plastic Bush

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