51 16 268 Removing and installing lower rear console trim (long version)

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Open drawer (1).

Reach into drawer opening (1) and press trim (2) towards rear out of retainers (3).

Disconnect all plug connections and remove trim (2).

Installation:

Retainers (3) and locators on rear console must not be damaged.

Fig 1: Identifying Retainers And Trim

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Replacement:

Modify AV CONNECTION SOCKET .
Modify SEAT HEATING SWITCHES .
Modify CIGARETTE LIGHTER INSERTS .

Fig 2: Identifying AV Connection Socket And Seat Heating Switches
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