Removing the front seat adjustment knobs

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Fig 1: Removing Front Seat Adjustment Knobs

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Remove the side panel. See Side panel, replacing (manual seats) or Side panel and control panel power seat, replacing (power seats).

Removing the adjustment knob from the lumber support:

Turn the knob counter-clockwise as far as possible.

Using some force, pull the knob outwards while turning it counter-clockwise.

Remove the washer.

Removing the adjustment knob for the backrest:

Pull off the knob with a twisting movement.

Remove the nut from the shaft.

Remove the guide for the adjustment knob.