Install both backrest side sections

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

Install backrest side section

Check the detents (1) on the back rest side section for damage and replace if necessary.

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Feed in the guides (1) in arrow direction at the bottom.

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Clip in the top backrest side section (1) at the detent (2) in arrow direction.
Insert the top backrest side section (1) under the sealing lip of the door weather strip.

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