Replacement Of Support

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Cut through all clips and remove seat cover from support (foam rubber section).

Fig 1: Removing Bottom Seat Support

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Installation:

Bend new clips (2) with special tool 52 0 050.

Support
Clip
Trim thread in support
Trim thread in cover
Cover

Fig 2: Installing Bottom Seat Support

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Only Passenger Seat (Replacement Of Support):

Installation:

Fit new sensor mat.

Mark out points (2) on sensor mat (1) for passenger seat allocation identification on liner and attach to foam rubber. Guide connector through the bore (3).

Folds as illustrated in diagram are not permitted!

Fig 3: Fitting New Sensor Mat (Passenger Seat Only)

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NOTE: The operation "Replacing Support" ends here.