How to Recaro seat cover Replacement Stripping and cover replacement of the Evo 5 and 6 Recaro Seats... We’ll start off with the base of the seat and then move onto the back of the seat after that. To release the base extension you need to remove the spring clips. Using pliers or mole grips, grip firmly with one hand and give the grips a firm tap towards the centre of the seat, this will release the clip. Remove the second clip and the cushion is free to be removed. You will now be able to remove the inner cover. Lift at the front and lever it out The main part of the seat base is relatively easy to remove. There are two plastic retainers that hold the front of the seat down... These are removed by pushing inwards on the two tabs, and forcing the retainer through the box section... ...