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52 13... Removing and installing/exchanging guide for left or right front seat head restraint

Special tools required: 

Preliminary work needed: 

Removal: 

Insert special tool 52 0 070 into guide hole of sleeve (2) up to upper area of retaining lug.

Feed in unlocking guide of special tool behind the detent (1).

Turn tool to release sleeve (2) and pull out by lifting upwards.

Fig 1: Releasing Sleeve Using Special Tool
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Installation: 

Insert guide (1) from above and engage.

Fig 2: Inserting Head Restraint Guide
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