52 26 030 Removing and installing/replacing armrest for rear-seat backrest (through-loading system)

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Fold armrest and detach leather or material cover at top.

Detach piping (1) on cover towards top.

Release screws (2) and remove armrest towards front.

Fig 1: Detaching Piping On Cover

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