General body repairs, interior

Removing and installing seat trim on sill side, electrically adjustable seat

~1min read
Note Removal and installation are described for the left vehicle side. Follow same instructions for the right side as appropriate.

Special tools and workshop equipment required

Removal wedge -3409
Removal wedge -3409

Removing

  • Adjust seat to fully upright position.
Removing and installing seat trim on sill side, electrically adjustable seat
  • Press in clamping pin -3-.
  • Lever off spreader rivets -2- using removal wedge -3409-.
  • Open retainer -4- on trim -1- working from bottom.
  • Thread out trim -1- at rear.
  • Remove trim -1- towards front from bracket -5-.

Installing

Installation is carried out in reverse order.

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