65 83 565 Removing and installing/replacing front trim for Car Communication Computer (holder)

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Special tools required:

12 7 192

IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on PROTECTION AGAINST ELECTROSTATIC DAMAGE (ESD PROTECTION) !
Risk of damage!
Place Car Communication Computer on special tool 12 7 192 (antistatic mat) and earth/ground.

Necessary preliminary tasks

Remove FRONT TRIM FOR CAR COMMUNICATION COMPUTER

Release screws (1) and remove holder (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Holder And Screws

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Installation:

Retaining pin (1) must be adapted to fit in guide hole (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Guide Hole And Retaining Pin

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Installation:

Guide tabs (1) must be correctly inserted in front trim holder.

Fig 3: Identifying Front Trim Holder And Tabs

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