52 14... Removing and installing/replacing guide for front left or right head restraint

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Necessary preliminary tasks

Remove head restraint . See 52 14 390 REMOVING AND INSTALLING OR REPLACING FRONT LEFT OR RIGHT HEAD RESTRAINT or 52 16 392 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING FRONT LEFT OR RIGHT CRASH-ACTIVE HEADREST
Remove REAR PANEL ON FRONT SEAT BACKREST

Pull backrest cover (1) in direction of arrow over metal lugs (2) and detach.

If necessary, detach backrest cover on both sides from backrest frame.

Fig 1: Pulling Backrest Cover

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Unlock catches (1) and remove guide (2) towards top.

Fig 2: Removing Guide Towards Top

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