52 26 201 Removing and installing/replacing rear panel on rear seat back

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove BACKREST COVER FOR REAR SEAT 

R55, R56 only: 

Unclip trim (1) and feed out from lever (2).

Installation: 

Retaining lugs must not be damaged.

If necessary, replace faulty trim (1).

Fig 1: Identifying Trim And Lever

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Remove rear panel (1) from backrest frame.

Fig 2: Identifying Rear Panel

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