52 26 153 Removing and installing/replacing seat cover for left rear seat (Countryman 2017-2023, except PHEV)

Special tools required: 

• 52 0 050 

Preliminary work needed: 

• Remove LEFT REAR SEAT .

Removal: 

Unclip covers (1).

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Detach the trim (1) from the clamp (2).

Unclip cover (1).

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Unclip cover (1) at the side.

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Detach lugs (1).

Release fixture (2).

Lever out welt (3) in marked area using a suitable tool.

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Remove seat cover (1) from seat mechanism, feeding out the lower straps (2) and the retaining strap (3).

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Loosen clamps (1).

Feed out lugs (2).

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Disconnecting cover and cushion: 

• Release all clamps on trim wires
• Remove seat cover from cushion
• Remove remaining clamps from cover and cushion

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Replacement only: 

• Push trim wires into new cover
• If necessary, cut in mounting for trim wires of new cover

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Installation: 

1. Upholstery
2. Clamp
3. Trim wire in cushion
4. Trim wire in cover
5. Seat cover

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Feed in cover over seat frame.

Attach clamps (1).

Feed in lugs (2).

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Position cover (1) on seat mechanism, feeding in the lower straps (2) and the retaining strap (3).

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Attach lugs (1).

Fasten clip (2).

Attach welt (3) in marked area.

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Clip in cover (1) at the side.

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Attach trim (1) and secure with clamp (2).

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Clip in the covers (1).

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Required follow-up work: 

• Install LEFT REAR SEAT .