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

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Operation is shown on the left seat. When removing from the right seat, transpose the pull and striking sides accordingly.

Grip between rear panel and backrest cover on door side until clip can be felt (do not pull).
At same time, firmly punch towards middle of seat on inner side (tunnel side) at top. Upper retainers spring out of seat guide.
Pull upper rear panel up out of lower guides.

Fig 1: View Of Rear Panel And Backrest Cover

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NOTE:

Retainer
Guide
Upper rear panel

Fig 2: Locating Components

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Unclip springs (1) on left and right.

Fig 3: Removing Lower Panel

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