When replacing the backrest frame: Remount components

Remove the support 

• Drill out the blind rivet (1).
• Loosen the detents (2).
• Feed out support (3) from the backrest frame (4).

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  Removing the head restraint guides 

• Unlock the detents (1).
• Feed out head restraint guides (2) upwards from the backrest frame (3).

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  Remove lumbar support 

• Detach lumbar support (3) from the holders (1) and backrest frame (2).

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• Cover working area and drill out blind rivet (1).
• Remove adjuster (2) and take it out with the Bowden cable from the backrest frame.

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  Install lumbar support 

• Feed the adjuster (2) with the Bowden cable into the backrest frame.
• Replace the blind rivets (1).

  Parts:  Blind rivet

• Secure adjuster (2) with the blind rivet (1) on the backrest frame.

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• Hook the lumbar support (3) into the holders (1) and the backrest frame (2).

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Installing the head restraint guide 

• Ensure that the headrest guide (2) is installed on the left side with the lock for head restraint when facing the direction of travel.
• Insert the head restraint guides (2) correctly from the top in the backrest frame (3).

  The detents (1) must engage audibly.

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  Install support 

• Position the support (3) correctly on the backrest frame (4).
• Engage the detents (2).
• Replace the blind rivets (1).

  Parts:  Blind rivet

• Secure the support (3) with the blind rivets (1) on the backrest frame (4).

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