Installing the seat cover for the front seat

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

Place the seat cover (2) on the cushion.
Secure all trim wires (1) with the clamps.

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Replace clamps (2).
Parts: Clamps
Insert clamps (2) using special tool 0 492 668 (52 0 050) .
Clasp the trim wire (3) of the cushion (1) and the trim wire (4) of the upholstery material with clamps (2).
Carefully bend the clamp (2) shut.

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Position the trim wire in the tacking channel (1).
Position the rubber band (2).

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Correctly position the tacking channel.

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The clamps are to be placed in the order (1) to (4) as described in the following step.

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NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
During the installation of the insert duct, the wires of the seat heating and supply line must not be damaged by the clamps.

Replace clamps (2).
Parts: Clamps
Insert clamps (2) using special tool 0 492 668 (52 0 050) .
Clasp the trim wire (3) of the cushion (1) and the trim wire (4) of the upholstery material with clamps (2).
Carefully bend the clamp (2) shut.

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Follow-up work

Refer to FITTING THE SEAT COVER WITH THE CUSHION FOR THE FRONT SEAT .
Refer to INSTALLING THIGH SUPPORT .
Refer to INSTALLING INNER COVER ON FRONT SEAT .
Refer to INSTALLING OUTER COVER ON FRONT SEAT .
Refer to INSTALLING FRONT SEAT .