Replacing the Bowden cable of the left seat rail (Cooper Convertible)

Preliminary work needed: 

• Remove front driver's SEAT .
• Remove OUTER COVER  on front seat.

Removal: 

Release screw (1) on seat (4).

Guide the Bowden cable with adjustment mechanism (2) out of the backrest adjustment (3).

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Unclip the Bowden cable (1) in the marked area.

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Installation: 

Clip in the Bowden cable (1) in the marked area.

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Position Bowden cable with adjustment mechanism (2) on backrest adjustment (3).

Tighten screw (1) on seat (4).

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Required follow-up work: 

• Install OUTER COVER  on front seat.
• Install front driver's side SEAT .