E12 Rear shelf

PatinaBeforePolish · Post by **PatinaBeforePolish** » Thu May 14, 2015 4:24 pm

Hello All,

Any experience here removing the rear shelf? I need to have it re-carpeted. I would usually probe a bit but am afraid of damaging the brittle grey plastic trunk lining.

Thanks!!

Mike W. · Post by **Mike W.** » Fri May 15, 2015 12:12 am

Remove the back seat, it comes out easily. Just be careful of the headliner when you pivot the seat belt hanger out of the way. E28 parts fit and may hold up better, but will still need a redye. Spray upholstery dye works wonders.

PatinaBeforePolish · Post by **PatinaBeforePolish** » Fri May 15, 2015 8:30 am

Thanks Mike. The seat cushion came out easily enough removing one bolt - how does the seatback come out? I've tried a few firm yanks but no movement.

This guy says he's got a very close match for carpeting and will cut and trim the back shelf material from a template.

http://www.roadworksauto.com/Carpets/bmw.htm

wkohler · Post by **wkohler** » Fri May 15, 2015 11:30 am

There are four bolts. One behind the armrest (might not be there), one under the armrest and one on each side above the seatbelt anchors. Once those are out, lift upwards on the seatback as it is hanging on tabs in the rear bulkhead.

Good luck.

PatinaBeforePolish · Post by **PatinaBeforePolish** » Fri May 15, 2015 1:44 pm

Thanks again guys.