51 45 181 Removing and installing/replacing trim for instrument panel, bottom right

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Release screws (1).

Pull back bottom right instrument panel trim (2) in direction of arrow.

Unlock associated plug connections and disconnect.

Remove bottom right instrument panel trim (2).

Fig 1: Removing Bottom Right Instrument Panel Trim In Direction Of Arrow

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Replacement:

Remove footwell light. See 63 31 020 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING FOOTWELL LIGHT .

Remove general module. See 61 35 622 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING GENERAL MODULE .

Installation:

Make sure guide (3) of bottom right instrument panel trim (2) is correctly seated in associated mounting.

Make sure bottom right instrument panel trim (2) is correctly seated on footwell vent above.