Remove outer cover on front seat

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Precondition

Shift front seat completely towards the front top.

NOTE: For a better overview the removed condition is shown here.

Unclip the cover (1).

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Loosen screw (1).
Unlatch the cover panel (2) at the detents (3) upwards.
Guide out and remove the cover (2) in the area (4).

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Disconnect the plug connection (1) and unclip the cable bracket if applicable.

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