52 24 030 Removing and installing complete armrest for rear seat backrest

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Necessary preliminary work:

Remove MIDDLE HEAD RESTRAINT

Press center armrest cover upwards and remove towards front.

Fig 1: Pressing Center Armrest Cover

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Installation note:

Make sure cover is correctly seated in backrest frame.

Fig 2: Identifying Backrest Frame Cover

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Release screw (1).

Tightening torque 52 24 4AZ .

Remove armrest towards front.

Fig 3: Identifying Armrest Screw

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