52 16 055 Replacing an air cushion for backrest width adjustment left or right

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove the REAR PANEL FROM THE FRONT SEAT

Detach backrest cover (1) from backrest frame.

Fig 1: Detaching Backrest Cover

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NOTE: Removal operation is shown on left side, right analogous to that.
The air cushion must be deflated completely.

Disconnect spring (1).

Lift out clips with plastic wedge.

Feed out air cushion (2) between spring wire and backrest frame.

Installation note:

Insert the air cushion without kinks.

Check air cushion for damage.

Fig 2: Checking Air Cushion For Damage

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Unlock quick connectors and detach air hoses (1 and 2) from valve body (3).

If necessary, remove VALVE HOUSING .

Installation note:

Connections are coded against incorrect assembly.

Air hoses must not be kinked.

Fig 3: Identifying Air Hoses And Valve Body

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NOTE: Carry out FUNCTION CHECK