52 26 ... Removing And Installing/Replacing Ski Bag (Through-Loading) And Frame

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Special tools required:

00 9 317

Removing ski bag:

Fold back center armrest
Unlock handle strip towards top
Remove ski bag (1) towards front

Fig 1: Removing Ski Bag

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Removing frame for ski bag:

Remove ski bag
Remove screw cover, release screws (1)
Tightening torque: 52 26 6AZ . See REAR SEATS (THROUGH-LOADING SYSTEM) for specs.
Fold backrest forwards slightly
Feed in special tool 00 9 317 in area (2) between trim and frame and unclip frame towards rear
Remove frame towards rear bottom

Fig 2: Identifying Release Screws With Special Tool
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