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General body repairs, interior

Removing and installing trim for backrest release mechanism

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Removing

  • Pull operating lever -1- upwards -arrow A-.
  • Insert flat-bladed screwdriver between trim and operating lever as shown in illustration.
  • Release right locking hook -arrow B-.
Removing and installing trim for backrest release mechanism
  • Hold operating lever -1- in operated position and insert flat-bladed screwdriver between trim and operating lever as shown in illustration.
  • Release left locking hook -arrow B-.
Removing and installing trim for backrest release mechanism
  • Move operating lever -1- back to rest position.
  • Detach trim -2- in -direction of arrow- by hand. If necessary, also push on opposite side.

Installing

Install in reverse order, but note the following:

  • Move operating lever slightly upwards, guide trim over operating lever and attach rear detent in backrest release mechanism.
Removing and installing trim for backrest release mechanism

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