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

Special tools required: 

• 00 9 317 

Release screws (1).

Partially fit special tool 00 9 317  as illustrated.

Lever out right decorative strip on instrument panel (3) at retaining points (2) and pull back.

Version up to MY 2004: 

Lever out lock (1) towards front and detach Bowden cable (2).

Version from MY 2005: 

Lever out lock (1) towards rear and detach Bowden cable (2) upwards.

Disengage Bowden cable nipple (3) and remove right decorative strip on instrument panel.

Installation: 

Clips (1) must be seated in associated mountings.

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

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Replacement: 

Release screws (1).

Remove glovebox button (2) from right decorative strip on instrument panel (3).