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

IMPORTANT:
  • Microencapsulated screws must be coated with Loctite if they are to be reused
  • Screw connection must be completed within 20 min. (start of hardening)
  • Microencapsulated screws must not  be retightened
  • Thread of nut must be cleaned beforehand in event of repeated use

Necessary preliminary work: 

Removal: 

Release screw (1) of the end fitting (2).

Remove end fitting (2).

Fig 1: End Fitting And Screw
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Unlock and fold down both rear seat backrests.

Lift off cover (1).

Fig 2: Cover
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Release screw (1).

Take off holder (2).

Fig 3: Holder And Screw
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Put up rear seat backrest (1) at an angle of approx. 45 °.

Feed out frame (2) of rear seat backrest (1) upwards out of mounting (3) firstly at the center.

Feed out frame (2) of rear seat backrest (1) out of guide (4) in direction of center of vehicle.

Fig 4: Removing Rear Seat Backrest Frame
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Installation: 

Feed in rear seat backrest (1) into guide (4) at an angle of approx. 45 °.

Feed in frame (2) of rear seat backrest (1) into mounting (3).

Fig 5: Removing Rear Seat Backrest Frame
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Feed in holder (2).

Tighten screw (1).

Tightening torque 52 26 2AZ .

Fig 6: Holder And Screw
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Clip in cover (1).

Fold up and lock both rear seat backrests.

Fig 7: Cover
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Mount end fitting (2).

Tighten screw (1) of the end fitting (2).

Tightening torque 72 11 22AZ .

Fig 8: End Fitting And Screw
G11649657Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.