Remove the two seat surfaces

NOTE: Description is for left component only. Procedure on the right side is identical.

Removing the seat surface

Shift the seat tilt all the way to the top.
Set forward/back seat adjustment to maximum forward position.
Unclip the seat surface from the detent from above.

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First lever out the wire spring (1) to the outside (door side) in the arrow direction out of the seat mechanism.
Then lever out the wire spring (1) to the inside (tunnel side) in the arrow direction out of the seat mechanism.
Remove seat surface toward the top and disconnect all associated plug connections.

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For equipment specification with active seat:
Fold the seat surface (1) upwards.

Press the quick connector (2) together at the marked points and pull apart the lines (3) by gently shifting them up and down.

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NOTE:
RISK OF DAMAGE
Damage to the safety belt.
If the seat surface is disassembled, the safety belt can be damaged by the seat mechanism.
- Do not operate the seat adjustment mechanism with the seat surface disassembled (unless otherwise signaled).
Ensure that after the disassembly of the seat surface, the seat adjustment is not operated.