51 16 204 Removing and installing/replacing rear cup holder

Fold rear center armrest back.

Lift out cup holder (1).

Fig 1: Lifting Out Cup Holder

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Unclip holder (1) towards top.

Fig 2: Uncliping Holder

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Installation: 

Catches (1) on holder (2) must not be damaged.

Fig 3: Identifying Catches On Holder

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