Install lumbar support on front seat

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Completely insert the lumbar support (2) including drive unit and valve body.
Carefully insert the lumbar support (2) from the bottom between the spring wires and the backrest padding.
Attach the lugs (1) of the lumbar support (2) to the highlighted spring wires.
Check the lugs (1) are positioned correctly.

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Insert the valve body (1) with guides (2) into the backrest frame.
Clip in the valve body (1) using the detent (3).

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Feed in the drive unit (3) and the valve body (4).
Insert the clips (2).
Connect connector (1).
Run a functional check.

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Insert the welt of the backrest cover (1).

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Attach the backrest cover (1) in the signaled area.

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Follow-up work

Refer to MOUNTING THE REAR PANEL ON THE FRONT SEAT BACKREST .