52 24 034 Replacing armrest upper part for rear seat backrest

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Open center armrest.

Detach cover from adhesive band.

Release screws (1).

Tightening torque: see 3AZ in 52 24 REAR SEAT, MANUAL

Fig 1: Identifying Centre Armrest Screws

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Release retaining lugs on upper part (1) on left and right with special tool 00 9 317 .

NOTE: Cover rear seat padding to avoid direct contact with special tool 00 9 317 .

Press rear seat padding to one side for better access.

Fig 2: Releasing Left And Right Upper Part Retaining Lugs Using Special Tool (00 9 317)

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At same time unclip upper part (1) upwards in direction of arrow.

Carefully clip out upper part (1) in stages from rear to front.

Installation note:

Retaining lugs of upper part (1) must not be damaged.

If necessary, replace upper part (1).

Fig 3: Identifying Upper Part Of Retaining Lug Clips

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Remove upper part and unlock and disconnect plug connection (1) on underside.

Fig 4: Identifying Plug Connection On Underside

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