52 26 015 Removing and installing/replacing left or right backrest for rear seat (load through system) (touring)

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Removing and installing armrest side section on left or right rear-seat backrest (load through system), refer to 52 26 008 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING LEFT OR RIGHT SIDE SECTION OF REAR SEAT BACKREST (THROUGH-LOADING)

Unfasten screw (1) and remove center mount (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Center Mount Retaining Screw

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Installation:

Install center mount (2) properly in guide (3).

Unfasten bolt and (1) take off outer mount (2).

Fig 2: Locating Outer Mount Retaining Bolt

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Installation:

Install outer mount (2) properly in guide (3).

Left backrest:

Position backrest vertically (do not engage) and pull out upward.

Right backrest:

Pull out backrest upward.

Left backrest only:

Installation:

Rod (1) must be facing downward.

Fig 3: Aligning Rod Facing Downwards

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