52 26 413 Removing and installing/replacing backrest cover for left or right rear seat

Necessary Preliminary Tasks:

WARNING: Backrest frames of rear seats have very sharp edges. Risk of injury and damage!

Coupe only:

Press backrest cover with padding next to guide downwards to expose detent lugs.

Unlock detent lugs and lift out guide.

IMPORTANT: Do not damage backrest cover.

Fig 1: Pressing Retaining Lugs

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Lever welt (1) out of backrest frame.

When levering out the welt, make sure that the backrest attachment points and head restraint guides are not damaged.

Fig 2: Removing Panel From Backrest Frame

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