8-way seat backrest adjustment drive, removing and installing: Removing

• Remove seat → Front seats, removing and installing  .
• Remove 8-way seat trim → 8-way seat trim, removing and installing  .
• Remove cover in lower area of backrest and roll up → Front backrest cover and upholstery, removing and installing  .
• Using a screwdriver, disconnect harness connector - 1  - in - direction of arrow  -.

• Pry out locking washer - 2  - from shaft - 3  - using a screwdriver.
• Drive the shaft - 3  - approx. 15 cm into backrest frame using hammer and drift.
• Unscrew nut - 4  -.

• Remove drive - 5  -.

Fig 1: 8-Way Seat Backrest Adjustment Drive, Removal/Install Components

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