Ski flap in rear seat backrest - r.r.
- Make
- Alfa Romeo
- Model
- 159 Factory Service Manual
- Year
- 2005–2011
- Section
- Rear seats › Ski flap in rear seat backrest - r.r.
SKI FLAP IN REAR SEAT BACKREST - R.R.
Removing
Op. 7040B20 BACK TRIM FOR LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT/LOAD PLATFORM - ARRANGE
1. Release the retaining buttons using the special tool.
| Tool | Description | Function | Validity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1823015000 | Knife | Retainer removal |
2. Remove the ski flap.
Refitting
- Check that the ski flap is not damaged.
- Place the ski flap in position.
- Attach the retaining buttons.
Op. 7040B20 BACK TRIM FOR LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT/LOAD PLATFORM - ARRANGE
Removing
1. Operate the lever (1a) to release the left backrest (1b), then fold forward to the end of its travel.
1. Remove the rear frame (1a) releasing the inner retainers (1b).
- Lift up the backrest to the end of its travel and and attach it to the striker.
1. Lower the armrest until it is in the end of travel position.
2. Rotate the release knob (2a) and lower the ski flap (2b).
3. Release the inner retainers (3a) and move the front frame (3b) slightly forwards.
4. Remove the frame and ski flap (4a) lifting it up to release the lower retainers (4b).
Refitting
- Check that the ski flap and frame are not damaged.
- Place the ski flap and frame in position and attach the lower retainers and then the other perimeter retainers.
- Lift up the ski flap and secure it using the knob.
- Raise the armrest.
- Operate the lever to release the backrest, then fold it forward to the end of its travel.
- Position the rear frame and attach the inner retainers.
- Lift up the backrest to the end of its travel and and attach it to the striker.
Parts & tools for this job For 2005 Alfa Romeo 159
- TOOLTrim removal tool kitSearch: trim removal tool kit
- PARTTouch-up paintSearch: Alfa Romeo touch up paint
- PARTPanel clip assortmentSearch: Alfa Romeo panel clips assortment
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