51 16 213 Replacing trim for storage compartment

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove Trim For Storage Compartment 
• Remove Insert For Centre Console 

Version with controller: 

• Remove Controller

E93 only: 

• Remove switch for convertible top operation

Version without controller: 

Carefully release catches (1) and remove storage tray (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Catches And Storage Tray

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