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DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
52 26 400 Replacing Seat Cover For Rear Seat (Through-Loading System)
Special tools required:
- 52 0 050. See 52 0 050 PLIERS
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove rear seat
Open tension cable (1).
Remove tension cable from wire eyelets (2).
Disconnect retainers in marked area
Remove all remnants of clips from cover and support.
Installation:
Insert new retainer (2) with special tool 52 0 050 and bend closed. See 52 0 050 PLIERS
- Padding
- Retainer
- Trim thread in padding
- Trim thread in seat cover
- Seat cover
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.