52 14 ... Removing and installing or replacing trim cover (headrest trim) on left or right front seat

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove trim for release handle
Remove head restraint

Release screws (1).

Remove trim cover by pulling upwards.

Fig 1: Identifying Trim Cover Screws

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Remove slide (1) for headrest guide cover.

Pull off foam (2) upwards and to side.

Fig 2: Identifying Slide And Foam

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Release screws (1).

Remove trim cover (2) for seat belt guide.

Installation:

Insert mandrel straight.

Fig 3: Identifying Trim Cover Screws

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Remove trim cover (1).

Fig 4: Identifying Trim Cover

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