51 16 188 Replacing Base For Centre Console On Storage Tray

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove CENTRE CONSOLE CARRIER SECTION

IMPORTANT:

Set down centre armrest on a suitable surface.

Release screws (1) on left/right.

Remove trim (2) in direction of arrow.

Fig 1: Removing Trim

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Release screws (1).

Raise base (2) in direction of arrow and pull off.

Installation:

Make sure base (2) is correctly seated in guides (3).

Fig 2: Pulling Out Base

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Unlock plug housing (1) and feed out cable.

Release screws (2).

Remove centre console function carrier (3).

Fig 3: Identifying Centre Console Function Carrier And Plug Housing

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Release screws (1).

Remove drinks holder (2) in direction of arrow.

Fig 4: Removing Drinks Holder

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