52 17 205 Removing and installing/replacing both rear panels on left or right front seat backrest (comfort)

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Unclip springs (1) on left and right.

Remove upper rear panel (3) upwards out of guide (2).

Fig 1: Removing Upper Rear Panel Upwards Out Of Guide

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Unclip springs (1) on left and right.

Remove lower rear panel (3) upwards out of guide (2).

Fig 2: Removing Lower Rear Panel Upwards Out Of Guide

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