52 14 392 Removing and installing/replacing front left or right crash-active headrest

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WARNING: Observe SAFETY REGULATIONS when handling airbag modules.
Incorrect handling may result in triggering of the crash-active headrest and thereby cause injury.

Switch off the ignition!

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Disconnect BATTERY NEGATIVE CABLE
Partially remove backrest cover. See 52 16 407 REPLACING BACKREST COVER (SPORT) FOR DRIVER'S SEAT or 52 16 408 REPLACING BACKREST COVER (SPORT) FOR FRONT PASSENGER SEAT .

Starting situation:

Head restraint is in the crash position after being triggered.

A triggered head restraint can be recognized by the padded section which has moved upwards.

Unclip plug connection (1) for crash-active head restraint from holder.

Unlock PLUG CONNECTION (1) and disconnect.

Fig 1: Disconnecting Plug Connection

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Push head restraint (1) upwards.

Operate latch mechanism (2) and remove head restraint towards the top.

Remove the accompanying plug connection towards the top.

Fig 2: Pushing Head Restraint

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