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

IMPORTANT: Risk of damage!

Do not turn special tool 00 9 317 when levering out and pay attention to pressure points.

Lever out right decorative strip (2) from left side beginning at retaining points (1) with special tool 00 9 317 .

Disconnect associated plug connection and remove decorative strip (2).

Fig 1: Right Decorative Strip, Retaining Points, Special Tool (00 9 317) And Removal Direction

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Installation:

Clips (1) must be seated in associated mountings.

If necessary, remove clips (1) remaining on decorative strip.

Replace damaged clips (1):

A Turn clip (1) with screwdriver to left by approx. 90°.
B Lever out clip (1) from below.

Fig 2: Clip removal directions
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Replacement: