Remove the seat cover with the cushion for the front seat

• Unlock plug connection (1) and disconnect.
• Feed out the wiring harness from the seat mechanism.

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• Detach the seat cover (1) in the highlighted area.
• Insert the seat cover (1) between the backrest and the seat surface.

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• Loosen clips (1) left and right.
• Loosen the clip (1) left and right.
• Loosen trim (1) from clamps (2) and feed out downwards.

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• Releasing the ground cable of the seat occupancy mat (CIS) 

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• Loosen screw (1).
• Remove the ground cable (2) for the seat occupancy mat from the seat mechanism (3).

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• Detach the welt from the seat mechanism.
• Remove the seat cover (1) and upholstery from the seat mechanism.

  If necessary, remove the associated wiring harness.

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