52 14 040 Removing and installing/replacing outer cover on left or right front seat (model year 2009 through production date 07/2012)

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If necessary, move seat fully forwards and upwards.

Remove trim:

Unclip at rear towards top side
Pull on belt opening to one side
Bend trim open slightly at top and bottom on actuating unit
Bend open slightly at top and bottom and pull outwards a little

Fig 1: Removing Trim

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Installation:

Retaining clips must not be damaged.

Fig 2: Identifying Retaining Clips

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