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52 16... Replacing padding for front seat thigh support

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Release screws (1).

Installation: 

Insert screws (1) with Loctite.

Fig 1: Identifying Screws
G04742800Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Unhook seat cover (1) from marked area.

Remove carrier (2) for thigh support.

Fig 2: Identifying Seat Cover And Carrier
G04742801Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

For seat heating optional extra only: 

Carefully detach felt (1) from thigh support.

Unfasten plug connection (2) and disconnect.

Installation: 

Ensure correct cable routing.

Remove padding from cover.

Fig 3: Identifying Plug Connection And Felt
G04742802Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.