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Front seat backrest: removing

Note

t	Before working with the airbag system, always read the safety precautions → Chapter.

t	Pay attention to coding (obtain as necessary) for vehicles with coded radio/radio navigation system (RNS).

–	With ignition switched off, disconnect battery earth strap.

–	Remove the front seat → Chapter.

Note

The side airbag adapt. -VAS 5232- should always be connected in the removal procedure.

–	Position the rear seat in the seat bracket -T20172/5-.

–	Removing front seat belt closing → Chapter.

Depending upon equipment:

–	Remove the seat trim with drawer cover → Chapter.

–	Remove the seat trim with drawer → Chapter.

–	Dismount seat trim without height control element → Chapter.

All vehicles (continued)

–	Remove connector -1- from the coupling station -5-, by pressing the anchorage tab -4-.

–	Unclip the cable -2- and remove it from the clip -3- fastening it to the frame.

2-door vehicle

–	Undo the bolts -1- (tightening torque 24 ± 2.4 Nm) on both sides of the seat.

4-door vehicle

–	Unscrew the bolts -1...4- (tightening torque 24 ± 2.4 Nm).

All vehicles (continued)

–	Use a screwdriver to lever in the direction of the -arrow-; and if necessary, hit the catch carefully -1- until it is fully open.

–	Undo the catches on both sides and remove the seat back.

WARNING

Use the seat bracket -T20172/5- for repairs for removal and fitting of the different backrest components.

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