Removing
1. Remove the front seat assembly (for details, see the relevant section in this chapter).
2. Unscrew the fastening screw (1), shown in the figure below Tightening torque when installing the fixing screw: 1 Nm.
3. Remove cover (5) from seatback angle adjustment lever assembly (6), as shown in the figure below.
4. Remove the seatback angle adjustment lever assembly (6), as shown in the figure below.
Note. The seatback angle adjustment lever cannot be removed from the drive axle without being damaged.
5. Raise the regulator knob (2) and press on the metal tab of the fixing clip (3) towards the inside using a suitable screwdriver as shown in the figure below. Move the control lever down (4).
Note. For clarity, the clamp in the figure below is shown in the unlocked position.
6. Remove the fixing clip (3) with adjusting lever (4), as shown in the figure below.
7. Open the lower latch of the front seat side cover (2). then press on the support.
8. Detach the side cover of the front seat (2) from the seat frame (1), as shown in the figure below.
Installation
Installation is carried out in the reverse order of removal.
Note. Before installation, check the integrity of all fasteners. If necessary, replace damaged fasteners with new ones.