52 26 201 Removing and installing/replacing the rear panel on the right or left rear seat backrest

Unclip the cover (1) for the backrest release.

Unlock the bottom and top retaining lugs of the cover (1) at the same time using a screwdriver.

Fig 1: Identifying Cover For Backrest Release

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Lever out welt in marked area.

Fig 2: Identifying Welt Area

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Take rear panel (1) off rear seat backrest.

Fig 3: Removing Rear Panel From Rear Seat Backrest

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