Replacing Whips
Replacing WHIPS
Preparations
Remove:
- the seat from the car. See Lifting the power seat in and out Lifting the Power Seat In and Out
- the lumbar support knob. See Lumber support adjustment knob, replacing Lumbar Support Adjustment Knob, Replacing
Replacing WHIPS
If indicator B is not intact:
Screw the backrest adjustment as far forwards as possible.
Release folding mechanism A. Fold the backrest forward.
Disconnect spring C.
Remove:
- the indicator pin or its remains
- one nut on each side.
- one shaft / screw on each side
- sliding washer.
Use a screwdriver to lift apart the mounting at C in order to angle out segment B.
Remove the segment: Twist it and angle it out.
Note! The segment can only be removed when it is in one particular position.
Replace the segment.
Install:
In reverse order.
Note! The nut must be tightened. Tighten to 17 Nm ± 1 Nm.
Note! The sliding washer must be positioned correctly.
Check that the indicator pin is intact and is correctly positioned after installation.