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General body repairs, interior

Removing and installing trim for locking mechanism

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Special tools and workshop equipment required

Removal wedge -3409-
Removal wedge -3409-
Hook -T10538-

Removing

Note The aid of a second mechanic is recommended on account of restricted space in the area of the “trim for locking mechanism”.
  • Remove respective rear head restraint → Chapter.
  • Using a screwdriver, detach beading strip on sides and on top of backrest cover in area of trim from backrest.
Removing and installing trim for locking mechanism
  • Using removal wedge -3409-, carefully push cover next to trim -2- outwards.
  • Using a light, determine position of respective locking tab -1-.
  • Using hook -T10538-, carefully bend respective locking tab -1- outwards.
  • After both locking tabs -1- have been bent outwards, pull trim upwards -arrow-, and remove it.

Installing

Install in reverse order, but note the following:

  • After the trim has been installed, the locking mechanism must work smoothly.
Removing and installing trim for locking mechanism

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