51 45 263 Removing and installing/replacing instrument panel trim on right

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Disconnect Bowden cable (1) for glovebox.

Fig 1: Disconnecting Bowden Cable For Glovebox

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NOTE: In the version equipped with a CD changer, the CD changer is secured with screws (2).

Release screws (1) and (2).

Fig 2: Locating Screws

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Version with CD changer:

Pull out CD changer (4) and trim (3) together slightly.

Release lock (1) and detach holder (2) from CD changer (3) on left and right.

Fig 3: Removing Trim

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Remove trim (4).

Installation:

When installing CD changer (3), make sure radio retaining pin (2) is correctly inserted in fixture (1).

Fig 4: Identifying CD Changer

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Version without CD changer:

Release lock (1) on left/right and remove trim (2).

Fig 5: Releasing Lock

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Both versions:

Installation:

Make sure holder (2) is correctly seated in panel (1).

Fig 6: Installing Holder

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Replacement only:

Remove button for glovebox.