52 13 010 Removing and installing/replacing both seat rails on left or right front seat

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove FRONT SEAT
Adjust seat maximum height
Remove OUTER COVER

Disconnect Bowden cable (1).

Unclip Bowden cable sleeve from holder.

Fig 1: Disconnecting Bowden Cable

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Release screws (1).

Fig 2: Identifying Screws

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Release screws (1).

Fig 3: Identifying Screws

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Lever out locking clip.

Remove seat rail from adjusting bracket (1) and unlocking linkage (2).

Installation:

Unlocking linkage must rest on locking pawl.

Fig 4: Removing Seat Rail From Adjusting Bracket (1 Of 2)

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Lever out locking clip.

Remove seat rail from adjusting bracket (1) and unlocking linkage (2).

Installation:

Unlocking linkage must be attached to pin.

Fig 5: Removing Seat Rail From Adjusting Bracket (2 Of 2)

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