Removing Front Seat

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Fig 1: Identifying Position Of Front Seat

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Move backrest all the way forward. Move front seat all the way up and all the way forward.
Release the covers and remove them from the rear seat rail.

Fig 2: Releasing Rear Cover
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Unscrew and remove fastening screws -1- on the rear seat rail.

Fig 3: Removing Fastening Screws On Rear Seat Rail
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Move the front seat back fully and lower the rear seat surface.
Remove ignition key. Disconnect battery ground strap. → 2X00IN WORK INSTRUCTIONS AFTER DISCONNECTING THE BATTERY
Release covers at the front and push them forward (cover remains on the seat).

Fig 4: Releasing Front Cover
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Unscrew and remove fastening screws -2- on the front seat rail.

Fig 5: Removing Fastening Screws On Front Seat Rail
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Tilt the front seat back.
Open the cut-out in the carpet and turn it to one side.

Fig 6: Opening Cut-Out In Carpet
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Release and unplug electric plug connection.

Fig 7: Disconnecting Electric Plug Connection
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Carefully remove the front seat.