51 16... Removing and installing/replacing center armrest

Slide center armrest (1) forwards.

Lift out center armrest (1) at rear and pull off towards front.

1. 2 Center console

Fig 1: Sliding Center Armrest

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Installation: 

Following parts of center armrest (3) must not be damaged or missing:

1. Retaining lugs
2. Guide

Fig 2: Identifying Parts Of Center Armrest

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