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

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Version without rear console:

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

Version with rear console:

Remove rear console

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

Fig 1: Identifying Screws And Storage Compartment

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Version with centre armrest (2):

Slide centre 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.

Fig 2: Identifying Centre Armrest, Cover And Retaining Plate

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