52 26 311 Removing and installing/replacing lock for left or right rear seat backrest

Necessary Preliminary Tasks: 

• Remove backrest cover. Refer to 52 26 413 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING BACKREST COVER FOR LEFT OR RIGHT REAR SEAT .

Release screws (1).

Remove outer sleeve of Bowden cable from lock (2).

Disconnect Bowden cable from lock (3).

Fig 1: Disconnecting Bowden Cable From Lock

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