52 13 040 Removing and installing/replacing outer cover on left or right front seat

Necessary preliminary work: 

• Remove LEVER FOR BACKREST ADJUSTMENT ON FRONT SEAT 

Unclip cover (1).

Installation note: 

Retaining lugs must not be damaged.

If necessary, replace faulty cover.

Release screws (1).

Tightening torque 52 13 08AZ .

Release screw (1).

Tightening torque 52 13 09AZ .

Release screw (2).

Installation note: 

Insert screw (2) with Loctite.

Release screw (1).

Tightening torque 52 13 09AZ .

1. Unclip cover in marked area.
2. Swing cover upwards to disengage tab of seat mechanism.
3. Remove cover towards front.
Fig 6: Removing Front Seat Outer Cover
Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Installation note: 

First apply the front cover to the seat mechanism.

Make sure cover is correct seated on the seat mechanism (marked area).