Remove/install rear seat backrest - AR91.12-P-1620TA

MODEL 211.0 with CODE (287a) Through-loading feature 

Fig 1: Identifying Rear Seat Backrest Components (1 Of 2)

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Shown on left rear seat backrest 

Fig 2: Identifying Rear Seat Backrest Components (2 Of 2)

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	Remove/Install
1	Fold rear seat cushion forward	See Operating Instructions
2	Open trunk lid and use lever (9) to release rear seat backrest (1) in luggage compartment	Installation:  Rear seat backrest (1) must latch into place.
3.1	Remove screw (2) for belt end fitting center and remove	Only when removing rear seat backrest (1).
			*BA91.40-P-1012-01A
4	Unscrew nuts (3)
5	Fold rear seat backrest (1) forwards	See Operating Instructions
6	Slide rear seat backrest side upholstery (4) upward and remove
7	Unplug electrical connector (6)
8	Unscrew bolts (5) and pry off pivot bearing for outer part of rear seat backrest (arrow)		*BA91.12-P-1010-02A
9	Detach cover (7) in center of bearing bracket (12) and remove the screw (8) underneath		*BA91.12-P-1012-02A
10	Fold up clip (11) on bearing bracket center (12) and mark the installation position of the journals (10) relative to the bearing bracket center (12)
11	Remove rear seat backrest (1)	Installation:  Align journal (10) after marking.
12	Install in the reverse order
13	Perform function check of automatic rear head restraint fold-down facility and correct journal (10) installation position if necessary.