67 31 531 Removing and installing/replacing drive for backrest angle adjustment (front seat removed)

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Disconnect plug connection (1).

Fig 1: Removing Drive For Backrest Angle Adjustment

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NOTE: Secure drive for backrest angle adjustment (5) against falling out.

Release screws (3).

Remove drive for backrest angle adjustment (5) with fixture for plug connection (2) in direction of arrow from flange (4).

If necessary, remove inner drive shaft from drive for backrest angle adjustment (5).

Installation:

Make sure drive shaft (1) is correctly seated.

Fig 2: Identifying Drive Shaft

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Ensure fixture for plug connection (3) and drive for backrest angle adjustment (4) on flange (2) are correctly seated.