52 14 040 Removing and installing or replacing outer covers on left or right front seat
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Move seat upwards.
Lift out bottom tabs (2) and detach cover from carrier.
Unclip cover (1) at top.
Unfasten plug connection and disconnect.
Replacement only:
Raise tabs slightly and remove switch cluster (1).
Installation:
Tabs and retainers must not be damaged.