52 25 015 Removing and installing/replacing backrest for left or right rear seat
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Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove rear HEAD RESTRAINT .
- Remove left or right REAR SEAT .
- Move backrest completely forwards
Installation:
- Microencapsulated screws and nuts (Loctite) must be replaced and may not be reused
- Screw connection must be completed within 20 minutes (start of curing)
- Microencapsulated screws/nuts must not be retightened
- Clean thread of nut beforehand in event of repeated use
NOTE:
For purposes of clarity the following operations are shown in the released state.
Detach cover (1) from Velcro-type fastener.
Pull cover (1) upwards out of guide from four-bar lever.
Installation:
Make sure cover guide is correctly seated on four-bar lever.
Unscrew nuts (1).
Installation:
Replace nuts (1).
Tightening torque 52 25 4AZ .
Release screw (1).
Installation:
Replace screw (1).
Tightening torque 52 25 5AZ .
Unscrew nuts (1).
Installation:
Replace nuts (1).
Tightening torque 52 25 5AZ .
Installation sequence:
- Tighten nut (1) handtight
- Tighten nut (2) handtight
- Tighten down screws and nuts (3 to 11)
IMPORTANT:
Observe tightening sequence without fail. See Fig 6.
Raise complete rear seat and set forwards slightly.
Unlock plug connections (1) and disconnect.
Remove rear seat.