Installing the rear panel on the front seat backrest

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Correctly position the rear panel on the front seat backrest (1) and clip in the direction of the arrow.

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Correctly position and tighten the screws (2).

TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

Rear panel to rear seat backrest
Screw	tightening torque	3 Nm

Correctly position and clip in the cover caps (1).

Tighten down screw (1).

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TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

Release handle to backrest frame
Screw	tightening torque	2.7 Nm

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