51 16 212 Removing and installing trim for storage compartment

Special tools required: 

• 00 9 317 

See MAINTENANCE AND GENERAL INFORMATION - SPECIAL TOOLS .

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

Version with manual transmission: 

• Remove gaiter for gear lever  . See 25 11 081 REPLACING GAITER (SHIFT LEVER COVER) FOR SHIFT LEVER .

  Version with automatic transmission: 

• Remove finisher for preselector lever 

Release trim (1) with special tool 00 9 317  from retainers (2).

If necessary, disconnect plug connections and remove trim (1) towards top.

Installation: 

Following parts on trim (3) must not be damaged or missing:

1. Clips
2. 4 x foam material