51 16 220 Replacing trims for center console

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Fig 1: Locating Plug Connection

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Release screws (2).

Remove base (3) for center console and place on a clean surface.

NOTE: The operation "Removing base for center console" ends here.

Removing Front Cup Holder:

Release screws (1).

Fig 2: Identifying Cup Holder Retaining Screws

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Remove cup holder (2) from base (3) for center console.

Installation:

Left/right catches (1) must be correctly secured.

All springs (2) on cup holder (3) must not be damaged.

Fig 3: Locating Springs On Cup Holder

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Removing Decorative Trim On Front Ashtray Cover:

Release screws (1) and remove decorative trim from ashtray cover.

Fig 4: View Of Decorative Trim On Front Ashtray Cover

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Removing Front Ashtray:

Release screws (1) and remove ashtray (2) from base (3) for center console.

Fig 5: Removing Front Ashtray Retaining Screws

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Replacement Of Base Of Center Console Only:

Release screws (1).

Fig 6: Removing Screws From Center Console

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Remove trim (2) for switch from base (3) for center console.