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51 16... Removing And Installing/Replacing Trim For Gearshift

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IMPORTANT:

Risk of damage!

When working on trim panel components, make sure that the sensitive surfaces are not scratched or damaged.

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

Version with controller: 

Version with manual transmission: 

Version with automatic transmission: 

Pull trim (1) upwards and thereby release from retainers (2) and catches (3).

Installation: 

Cables must not be jammed.

Retainers (2) and catches (3) must not be damaged.

Fig 1: Identifying Trim, Retainers & Catches
G05779083Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

If replacing on version with controller: 

Provide trim (1) with opening (2) for controller (3).

NOTE: Opening (2) is marked on the underside of the trim (1).
Fig 2: Identifying Trim & Controller
G05779084Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.