Removing and installing/exchanging guide for left or right front seat head restraint (Except John Cooper Works)
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Special tools required:
- 52 0 070
Preliminary work needed:
- Remove HEAD RESTRAINT .
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.
Installation:
Insert guide (1) from above and engage.
Required reworking:
- Install HEAD RESTRAINT .