Removing backrest frame
WARNING:
Airbag unit.
Danger! Immobilization period-threatening injuries!
Danger! Immobilization period-threatening injuries!
- Before performing any work on the airbag, always disconnect the battery ground lead from the battery.
- Airbag unit may only be set down with the cushion (airbag itself) facing upwards.
- For additional information see: 7200... SAFETY REGULATIONS FOR HANDLING COMPONENTS WITH GAS GENERATORS (COUNTRYMAN 2017-2023, EXCEPT PHEV)
WARNING:
Pyrotechnic components.
Danger! Immobilization period-threatening injuries!
Danger! Immobilization period-threatening injuries!
- All work on pyrotechnic parts may be carried out by technically experienced and appropriately trained personnel only.
- Replace any damaged part or ones that have been dropped.
- For additional information see: 7200... SAFETY REGULATIONS FOR HANDLING COMPONENTS WITH GAS GENERATORS (COUNTRYMAN 2017-2023, EXCEPT PHEV)
Preliminary work
- Refer to REMOVING THE FRONT STRAP FITTING .
- Refer to REMOVE FRONT SEAT .
- Refer to REMOVE INNER COVER .
- Refer to REMOVE THE COVER FOR BACKREST ADJUSTMENT .
- Refer to REMOVE THE STEERING LEVER FOR BACKREST ADJUSTMENT .
- Refer to REMOVE THE LEVER FOR SEAT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT .
- Refer to REMOVING THE OUTER COVER ON THE FRONT SEAT .
- Refer to REMOVE THE REAR PANEL FROM THE FRONT SEAT BACKREST .
- Refer to REMOVE THE TRIM AT THE BOTTOM OF THE APERTURE .
- Refer to REMOVING SIDE AIRBAG FROM FRONT SEAT .
- Refer to REMOVING THE BACKREST COVER WITH THE CUSHION .
- Shift the rear seat backrest into an upright position.
NOTE:
Perform the steps on the right and left side.