52 13 055 Removing and installing lumbar support on front seat

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WARNING: Danger of injury!
The seat frame has very sharp edges that can cause injuries from cuts.
Exercise extreme caution and wear work gloves as required when carrying out any repair work in the area of the seat frame.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove the FACING WITH SEAT COVER FOR FRONT SEAT BACKREST

Removal:

Use of a universal seat mount is recommended for carrying out professional repairs.

Fig 1: Universal Seat Mount

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Detach lumbar support (3) from brackets (1) and frame (2).

Fig 2: Lumbar Support, Brackets And Frame

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Cover working area and drill out rivet (1).

Remove adjuster (2) and take it out with the Bowden cable from the seat.

Fig 3: Rivet And Adjuster

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Installation:

Fit the adjusting unit (2) with Bowden cable into seat.

Mount rivet (1).

Parts: Replace rivet (1).

Fig 4: Rivet And Adjuster

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Attach lumbar support (3) in brackets (1) and frame (2).

Fig 5: Lumbar Support, Brackets And Frame

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