52 13 ... Removing And Installing/Replacing Trim For Release Handle On Left Or Right Front Seat (Normal/Manual)

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Remove release handle on left or right front seat.

refer to 52 14 033 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING RELEASE HANDLE ON LEFT OR RIGHT FRONT SEAT (NORMAL/ELECTRIC) .

Unlock catches from outside by applying light pressure through trim slot and remove trim from side.

Fig 1: Removing Trim From Side

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NOTE: On both sides on passenger seat.

Installation:

Catches (1) on trim must not be damaged.

Fig 2: Identifying Catches On Trim

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