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Backrest Cover, Rear Seat Replacement




Backrest cover, rear seat

To remove






1 Remove the backrest from the car, refer to "Backrest, Rear Seat Replacement". Service and Repair
2 Remove the hinge plates, 2 x for the 40 % backrest and 1 x for the 60 % backrest.
3 Release the upholstery strips along the edge and around the catches.
On the 60 % backrest, release the upholstery strips around the load hatch.
4 Detach the foam cushion reinforcing plate from the back plate and lift out.






5 Unclip the seat cover from the foam cushion.
6 Remove the seat cover.

To fit






1 Fit the cover to the backrest foam cushion.
2 Fit the clips using the pliers in fitting kit 84 71 062.
3 Roll the cover over the edges of the foam cushion and turn it over.






4 Lay the back plate in place and fit the catches.
5 Fit the foam cushion reinforcing plate to the back plate and replace the upholstery strips along the edge.
On the 60 % backrest, replace the upholstery strips around the load hatch.
6 Replace the hinge plates.
7 Replace the backrest in the car.