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51 45 380 Removing and installing (replacing) right decorative strip on instrument panel

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

Unscrew bolt (1).

Fig 1: Removing Switch For Hazard Warning System/Central Locking
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Lever out right decorative strip on instrument panel (2) at retaining points (1) with special tool 00 9 317 .

Disconnect associated plug connection and remove right decorative strip on instrument panel (2).

Fig 2: Disconnecting Associated Plug Connection
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Installation: 

Clips (1) must be seated in associated mountings.

If necessary, remove clips (1) remaining on right decorative strip for instrument panel.

Replace damaged clips (1).

  1. Turn clip (1) with screwdriver to left by approx. 60°.
  2. Lever out clip (1) from below.
Fig 3: Removing Clip With Screwdriver
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Replacement: