52 13 198 Removing and installing/replacing rear panel on left or right front seat backrest (normal/manual)

Raise release handle and release screw (1).

Tightening torque: 52 13 5AZ .

Detach release handle.

Unfasten screws (2).

Tightening torque: 52 13 7AZ .

Fig 1: Removing Release Handle

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Reach between rear panel and backrest cover.

Unclip rear panel with a jerking action forwards from backrest frame.

Fig 2: Reaching Between Rear Panel And Backrest Cover

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