REP-TAT-P-5218-02 Install backrest cover

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Correctly place the backrest covering onto the cushion.
Secure all marked trim wires with clamps.

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Replace the clamps (2).
Parts: Clamps
Insert the clamp (2) with the special tool 0 492 668 (52 0 050).
Surround the trim wire (3) of the cushion (1) and the trim wire (4) of the seat cover with the clamp (2) and bend the clamp (2) to close it.

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Secure all marked trim wires with clamps.

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Replace the clamps (2).
Parts: Clamps
Insert the clamp (2) with the special tool 0 492 668 (52 0 050).
Surround the trim wire (3) of the cushion (1) and the trim wire (4) of the seat cover with the clamp (2) and bend the clamp (2) to close it.

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Required follow-up work

Install FRONT SEAT

Install INNER COVER

Install the COVER for backrest adjustment

Install the STEERING LEVER for backrest adjustment

Install the LEVER for seat height adjustment

Install the OUTER COVER on the front seat

Install TRIM for backrest release

Install the REAR PANEL from the front seat backrest

Install the TRIM at the bottom of the aperture

Install SIDE AIRBAG from front seat

Install the BACKREST COVER with the cushion