67 31 640 Removing and installing/replacing drive for backrest head adjustment (rear seats)

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove LEFT OR RIGHT REAR SEAT

Detach backrest cover (1) from metal eyelets.

Unfasten plug connection (2) and disconnect.

Fig 1: Identifying Back Rest Cover And Plug Connection

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Pull shaft (2) in direction of arrow out of drive.

Installation:

Ensure shaft (2) is correctly seated in drive locator.

Release retaining rings (1).

Remove drive for backrest head adjustment from backrest frame.

Fig 2: Pulling Shaft Out Of Drive

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Release retaining rings (1).

Pull shaft (2) in direction of arrow out of drive.

Installation:

Ensure shaft (2) is correctly seated in drive locator.

Fig 3: Pulling Shaft Out Of Drive

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Remove drive for backrest head adjustment from backrest frame.

NOTE:

Carry out FUNCTION CHECK WITH ADAPTER CABLE

Replacement only:

INITIALIZE drive unit for backrest head adjustment.