52 26 011 Removing and installing/replacing backrest for left rear seat

Unlock backrests and fold down.

Press retaining tab in center of car and lift left backrest out of central hinge.

Installation:

Backrest must audibly snap into place in central hinge.

Fig 1: Unlocking Backrests

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NOTE: Turn backrest and remove bearing bushing (1).

Fig 2: Identifying Bearing Bushing

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