Backrest Release Cable, Adjusting

The following prerequisites must be met to adjust:

• The padding must be removed from the backrest.

NOTE:

The pins (release pins) -2- on both sides must be locked (delivery position, meaning basic position).

Fig 1: Entry Assistance Release Cables Adjusting, Coupe Only

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-- Tilt the bracket -1- up so there is a distance of -a- = 2 to 4 mm between the backrest frame stop surface -arrow A- and the bracket stop ridge -arrow B-.

Fig 2: Tilting Bracket -1- Up So There Is A Distance -A- = 2 To 4 Mm Between Backrest Frame Stop Surface -Arrow A- And The Bracket Stop Ridge -Arrow B-.

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-- Secure the bracket -1- in this position.

-- Adjust both of the release cable adjusters -arrows- for the release cables -1 and 2-.

Fig 3: Adjusting Left And Right Release Cables -1- And -2- At Cable Adjusters -Arrows-

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-- To adjust, turn the upper section -arrow B- and lower section -arrow A- of the release cable adjuster against each other.

-- Adjust the cable so it is free of play and tension.

NOTE:

The illustration only shows one side of the retainer.

When adjusting cables -1-, they must not be tensioned at release pins -2-.

Fig 4: Entry Assistance Release Cables Adjusting, Coupe Only

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-- After adjusting the release cables, check the function of the backrest release.

-- If it does not release or only releases partially, check the release cable routing or repeat the adjustment.