51 16... Removing and installing/replacing center console cover

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

Version without rear console: 

• Remove REAR INSERT 
• Remove REAR COMPARTMENT FRESH AIR GRILLE .
• Remove REAR STORAGE TRAY FINISHER 

Version with rear panel: 

• Remove REAR PANEL 

Release screws (1) on storage compartment (2).

Version with center armrest (2): 

Slide center armrest (2) forwards.

Lever out cap (3) and release screw underneath.

Open cover (1).

Feed out cover (1) with retaining plate (4) towards rear/top.