Replace seat cover

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Pull trim wires out of seat cover.

Installation note:

Slide trim threads into new seat cover. If necessary, cut mounting for trim threads.

Fig 1: Identifying Seat Cover Trim Wires

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Installation note:

Bend new clamp (2) 52 0 050 closed with pliers.

Upholstery
Clamps
Trim wire in seat cover
Trim wire in upholstery
Seat cover

Fig 2: Bending Retainers Using Special Tool (52 0 050)
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