52 26 311 Removing and installing/replacing lock for left or right rear seat backrest

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Necessary preliminary tasks

R57 Series only:

Release screws (1).

Tightening torque 52 26 1AZ .

Pull release unit (2) out of rear seat back.

Remove counter-support (3).

Fig 1: Pulling Release Unit

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Installation:

Make sure release unit is correctly seated in counter-support.

Fig 2: Locating Release Unit Correct Position

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