Replacing backrest padding

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Replace the backrest upholstery according to Upholstery back rest, replacing .

Fold out and release the protective pad and turn the backrest adjustment and lumbar adjustment knobs.

Press out the clip in the rear of the protective pad.

Fig 1: Identifying Springs On Reverse Of Foam Padding

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Remove the six springs on the reverse of the foam padding.

Remove the wiring for the backrest and seat heater.

Replace padding

Install a new seat heater element according to Heater pad, replacing .

Install:

In reverse order