Installing Loop For Backrest Release

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Pull bowden cable out through the backrest shell.
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When engaging the bowden cable, make sure that the cables are not twisted.
Engage bowden cable -2- at the loop -1- (-arrow A- ).

Fig 1: Installing Loop For Backrest Release
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Guide loop -1- into the collar -3- (-arrow B- ).
Press bowden cable -1- into the upper bracket -3- (-arrow A- ).

Fig 2: Engaging Bowden Cable
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Press bowden cable -1- into the lower brackets -2- (-arrows B- ).
Check backrest release by pulling the loop.
Check bonding points -2- on the foam part -1- and apply new adhesive if necessary.

Fig 3: Installing Foam Part Of Backrest
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Position foam part -1- (-arrows- ) and press it on at the bonding points -2- .
Align cover -1- with the side bolsters.

Fig 4: Loosening Velcro Fasteners
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Make sure the Velcro fasteners join cleanly.
Press on Velcro fasteners -2- and -3- (-arrows- ).