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

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove Center Console Cover
Remove Center Armrest
Remove Center Console

Release screws (1).

Release screws (2) and remove holder (3).

Fig 1: Releasing Screws & Removing Holder

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Feed out adjustment unit (1) with storage tray (2) towards rear/top.

Fig 2: Feeding Out Adjustment Unit

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Release catches (1) on storage tray (2) and remove adjustment unit (3).

Fig 3: Releasing Catches On Storage Tray

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Release catches (1) on trim (2) and remove trim (2) from adjustment unit (3).

Fig 4: Releasing Catches On Trim

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