52 26... Removing and installing/replacing FOLD microswitch

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove backrest cover . See 52 26 411 REPLACING BACKREST COVER FOR LEFT REAR SEAT or 52 26 412 REPLACING BACKREST COVER FOR RIGHT REAR SEAT
Remove TRIMS FROM BACKREST FRAME, OUTER

Fig 1: Removing Microswitch From Seat Backrest Frame
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Unclip microswitch (1) from seat backrest frame.

Installation:

Make sure contact sensor (2) is fitted correctly on pin (1).

Fig 2: Locating Microswitch Contact Sensor

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Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.

Fig 3: Identifying Microswitch Plug Connection

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