52 26 000 Removing and installing/replacing left or right rear seat (for 3rd seat row)

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Right rear seat is removed in the same way as the left rear seat depicted here.

Unclip cover (1) on left and right and remove in direction of arrow.

Installation:

Replace faulty cover.

Fig 1: Disconnecting Cover On Left And Right

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Release screws (1) on left and right.

Tightening torque 52 26 10AZ .

Fig 2: Identifying Rear Seat Left And Right Screws

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Release screw (1).

Remove cover (2) in direction of arrow.

Fig 3: Removing Screw Cover

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Fold rear seat backwards forwards.

Release screws (1).

Tightening torque 52 26 10AZ .

Fig 4: Identifying Rear Seat Screws

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Unlock PLUG CONNECTION (1) and disconnect.

IMPORTANT: Risk of damage!
Cover sill and entrance area with protective covers.

Slide rear seat forwards (guide pin out of guide).

Lift rear seat with a 2nd person helping out of vehicle.

Fig 5: Identifying Plug Connection

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