51 16... Removing and installing/replacing center armrest

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Slide center armrest (1) forwards.

Lever out center armrest (1) at rear and detach towards front from storage compartment (2).

Fig 1: Detaching Towards Front From Storage Compartment

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Installation:

Following parts of center armrest (3) must not be damaged or missing:

Retaining lugs
Guide

Fig 2: Identifying Retaining Lugs And Guide
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