51 16 185 Removing and installing / replacing decorative trims on centre console carrier section

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove centre console function carrier, refer to 51 16 188 REPLACING BASE FOR CENTRE CONSOLE ON STORAGE TRAY

Release screws (1).

Fig 1: Removing Carrier

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Remove carrier (2) from decorative trim (3) in direction of arrow.

Installation:

Make sure guide (3) is correctly seated in carrier (2).

WARNING: Failure to comply with the following note will result in potential personal injury.

NOTE: Secure coil spring (1) against springing out, e.g. with an extension (2).

Fig 2: Securing Coil Spring

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Unlock retaining hook (3) and gently pull out decorative trim (4).

Pull coil spring (1) with flat nose pliers (2) out of mount and place over carrier (3) as illustrated.

Fig 3: Removing Decorative Trim

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Pull out decorative trim (4) in direction of arrow.

Installation:

Make sure coil spring (1) is correctly seated in mount.