51 16... Removing and installing/replacing front trim on rear console

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Special tools required:

00 9 323

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove DECORATIVE TRIM FROM REAR CONSOLE on left and right

Insert special tool 00 9 323 as illustrated and unclamp trim (1) from carrier (2).

Fig 1: Disconnecting Trim From Carrier Using Special Tool (00 9 323)

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Installation note:

Catches (1), guide (2) and tabs (3) on trim (4) must not be damaged.

Fig 2: Identifying Rear Console Trim, Catches, Guides And Tabs

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