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52 16 105 Removing and installing/replacing outer backrest cover

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Unclip cover (1) in direction of arrow.

IMPORTANT: Risk of damage!
Cover (1) is secured to backrest frame by a retaining strap.
Fig 1: Unclipping Backrest Cover
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Unclip clamp from backrest frame.

Installation note: 

Make sure clamp is correctly seated on backrest frame.

Fig 2: Identifying Retaining Strap
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Pull release handle (1) and feed out cover (2).

Fig 3: Removing Cover
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Installation note: 

Pre-install metal clamps in trim.

Fig 4: Identifying Metal Clamps
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