Removing backrest

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Fig 1: Backrest Supports

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Remove:

Fold the left and right seats forward.
Remove bolts on left (1x) and right (2x) from the support.
Remove the nut under the lid in the boot.
Remove center seat belt mounting.
Fold right backrest forward if the left side is to be removed.
Unlock left backrest and remove with supports.