51 16 210 Removing and installing/replacing trim for preselector lever

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Apply parking brake
• Move selector lever into N position
• Remove gaiter for shift block

Unclip trim for preselector lever (1) towards top.

Disconnect associated plug connections and remove trim for preselector lever (1).

Fig 1: Preselector Lever

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Installation: 

Retainers (1) must not be damaged or missing.

Make sure retainers (1) are correctly seated in appropriate mounts of trim for preselector lever (2).

Fig 2: Retainers And Preselector Lever

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