52 16 095 Removing and installing/replacing thigh support holder on front left or right seat (sports/electric)

Unfasten thigh support and pull completely towards front.

Detaching cushion for thigh support: 

Bend open retaining plates (1) and remove cover piping (2).

Fig 1: Removing Cover Pipings

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Pull cushion (1) towards top off holder (2).

Fig 2: Pulling Cushion Towards Top

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Lever trim wire (1) out of mounts (2).

Fig 3: Levering Trim Wire Out Of Mounts

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Installation: 

1. Stick new double-sided adhesive tape (4) to holder (3) or attach mount with spray adhesive.

Removal of "Thigh support holder" only: 

Unhook spring (1) at bottom from holder (2) and seat frame (3).

Fig 4: Unhooking Spring At Bottom From Holder And Seat Frame

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Release screws (1).

Press operating lever (2) fully and detach holder (3) for thigh support towards front from seat frame (4).

Fig 5: Detaching Thigh Support Holder

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Installation: 

1. Following parts on holder (5) must not be damaged:
   1. Mounts for trim wire
   2. Holding-down elements for trim wire
   3. Guide sleeves
   4. Double-sided adhesive tape (replace or coat with spray adhesive for assembly)
   Fig 6: Identifying Parts Of Holder

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Installation: 

1. If necessary, release screws (1) and remove guide rails (2) from seat frame (3).

Fig 7: Removing Guide Rails From Seat Frame

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Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Move thigh support forwards fully

Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.

Release screws (2).

Fig 1: Disconnecting Plug Connection

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Installation: 

Insert screws (2) with Loctite.

Detach seat cover (1) in marked area from carrier (2) for thigh support.

Feed plug out of carrier (2) for thigh support.

Remove carrier (2) for thigh support.

Fig 2: Removing Carrier For Thigh Support

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