51 16 268 Removing and installing lower rear console trim (long version)

Open drawer (1).

Reach into drawer opening (1) and press trim (2) towards rear out of retainers (3).

Disconnect all plug connections and remove trim (2).

Installation: 

Retainers (3) and locators on rear console must not be damaged.

Fig 1: Identifying Drawer, Trim, And Retainers

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Replacement: 

1. Modify AV CONNECTION SOCKET
2. Modify SEAT HEATING SWITCHES
3. Modify CIGARETTE LIGHTER INSERTS

Fig 2: Identifying AV Connection Socket, Seat Heating Switches, and Cigarette Lighter Inserts

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