51 45 185 Removing and installing/replacing trim for pedal assembly

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 BMW 545i and 2004 BMW 545i. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE:

For Special Tool identification, see MAINTENANCE & GENERAL INFORMATION - SPECIAL TOOLS - 545i (4.4L) E60/N62 .

Special Tools Required:

00 9 317

NOTE: Move driver's seat completely towards rear.

Drive bottom trim (1) towards rear with special tool 00 9 317 and remove.

Installation:

Make sure bottom trim (1) is correctly seated at retaining points (2).

Feed bottom trim (1) correctly into trim for pedal assembly (3).

Fig 1: Removing Bottom Trim With Special Tool

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Release screws (1).

Unclip trim for pedal assembly (3) at retaining points (2) in direction of arrow.

Pull back trim for pedal assembly (3).

Disconnect associated plug connections and remove trim for pedal assembly (3).

Fig 2: Locating Retaining Points For Pedal Assembly Trim

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Replacement:

Remove speaker for hands-free system. Refer to 84 31 020 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING HANDS-FREE SYSTEM SPEAKER .
Remove footwell light. Refer to 63 31 020 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING FOOTWELL LIGHT .