52 24 311 Removing and installing/replacing lock for left or right rear seat backrest

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NOTE: Perform EMERGENCY ACTUATION for rear seat backrest (1).

Unfasten screws (2).

Tightening torque 52 24 02AZ .

Fig 1: Identifying Rear Seat Backrest Screws

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REMOVE backrest and set down forwards.

Remove lock (1) completely from installation opening.

Fig 2: Removing Lock

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Display bridge (1) can be pressed out of lock during emergency actuation.

Remove display bridge (1) from lock.

Display bridge (1) does not have to be reinstalled.

Fig 3: Identifying Bridge

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Installation:

Slide guide lug (1) of lock into opening (2).

Fig 4: Sliding Guide Lug Of Lock

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Adjusting lock:

Slacken screws
Firmly push engaged backrest back
Tighten down screws

IMPORTANT: Check backrest lock without fail.