Multifunction Seats

On each head restraint bar end there is a locating groove. There is a spring clip in each one.

Both spring clips have to be released. The head restraint can then be completely withdrawn from the seat backrest. In order to release the spring clip and disconnect the pyrotechnic actuator connector, the rear panel of the seat backrest has to be removed.

Fig 1: Identifying Head Rest Retaining Catch (Multifunction Seats)

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