52 26... Removing and installing/replacing ski bag on rear seat (through-loading system)

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Special tools required:

00 9 317

Necessary preliminary tasks

Remove ARMREST .

Release screws (1).

Tightening torque 52 26 09AZ .

Fig 1: Identifying Armrest Screws

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Release screws (1).

Tightening torque 52 26 09AZ .

Release screw (2).

Tightening torque 52 26 08AZ .

Remove top tether eyelet.

Fig 2: Identifying Top Tether Eyelet And Screws

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Lever out rear ski bag frame (1) if necessary with special tool 00 9 317 .

IMPORTANT: Risk of damage in the marked area.
Plastic eyelets of front cover can break.
If necessary, replace faulty trim.

Fig 3: Removing Rear Ski Bag Frame

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Installation note:

Retaining lugs and plastic eyelets of the rear ski bag frame must not be damaged.

If necessary, replace the faulty ski bag frame.

Fig 4: Identifying Faulty Ski Bag Frame

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Lever out pins.

Remove front cover (1) of ski bag in direction of arrow.

Fig 5: Removing Front Cover Of Ski Bag

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