Installing the backrest covering with the cushion for the front seat

• Feed in the backrest covering (1) completely with the side airbag in the arrow direction.
• Make sure that the stud bolts of the side airbag are correctly positioned in the area (2).

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• Attach holder (1).
• Replace nuts (2).

  Parts:  Nuts

• Tighten nuts (2).

TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATION

Airbag on the backrest frame
Nut Replace nut.	tightening torque	6.5 Nm

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• Connect connectors (1) and lock.

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• Attach the backrest cover (1) in this area (2).
• Connect and lock the connector (3) and clip in the existing cable brackets.

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WARNING: Airbag unit. 
Danger! Immobilization period-threatening injuries! 

• Before performing any work on the airbag, always disconnect the battery ground lead from the battery.
• Airbag unit may only be set down with the cushion (airbag itself) facing upwards.
• For additional information see: SAFETY REGULATIONS FOR HANDLING COMPONENTS WITH GAS GENERATORS .

WARNING: Pyrotechnic components. 
Danger! Immobilization period-threatening injuries! 

• All work on pyrotechnic parts may be carried out by technically experienced and appropriately trained personnel only.
• Replace any damaged part or ones that have been dropped.
• For additional information see: SAFETY REGULATIONS FOR HANDLING COMPONENTS WITH GAS GENERATORS .

• Positioning the backrest covering (1) with the cushion without damaging it in the marked area (2).
• Position the backrest covering (1) complete with the side airbag in the arrow direction.
• Position the stud bolt of the side airbag in the area (2) correctly.
• Correctly position the backrest covering (1) in the marked area (3).

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• Attach holder (1).
• Replace nuts (2).

  Parts:  Nuts

• Tighten nuts (2).
  TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATION
  
  

  Airbag on the backrest frame
  Nut Replace nut.	tightening torque	6.5 Nm

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• Connect connectors (1) and lock.

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• Clip in clips (1).
• Connect connectors (2) and lock.

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• Attach the backrest covering (1) in the area (2).
• Attach the seat cover (3).

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