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Remove or install left or right thigh support from/on the front seat (sport/manual) (Cooper Convertible)

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

Removal: 

Adjust thigh support (1) towards the front.

Lever out edge stripping (2) of seat cover from holder (3).

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Unscrew the screws (1).

Detach thigh support (2) towards the front and remove.

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Version with seat heating only: 

Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.

Remove thigh support (2).

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Installation: 

Version with seat heating only: 

Position thigh support (2) and connect connector (1).

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Feed in thigh support (1) with guides (2) into corresponding openings on seat frame (3).

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Tighten down screws (1).

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Attach edge stripping (2) of seat cover in holder (3).

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