51 16 ... Removing and installing/replacing center armrest sliding unit: Notes

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove rear compartment fresh air grill.

Release screws (1).

Fig 1: Removing Rear Compartment Fresh Air Grill

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Version without eject box:

Open center armrest (1) and remove storage tray (2) at same time.