51 16 200 Removing and installing/replacing storage compartment (with CD changer)

Special tools required: 

• 00 9 317 00 9 310 ASSEMBLY WEDGES (SET IN PLASTIC CASE)

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove function carrier, see 51 45 106 Removing and installing/replacing function carrier on instrument panel trim 

Unclip trim (1) towards top.

Remove compartment (2).

Installation: 

Clips (3) must not be damaged.

Fig 1: Trim, Compartment And Clips

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Installation: 

When installing compartment (1), make sure guides (2) are inserted into guides (3) on storage compartment (4).

Fig 2: Compartment, Guides And Storage Compartment

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Version with telephone:

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Release protective sleeve (2) and disconnect plug connection underneath.

Fig 3: Plug Connection And Protective Sleeve

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Unclip catches (1) on gaiter (2) with special tool 00 9 317. 

Detach gaiter (2) with handle towards front.

Fig 4: Special Tool (00 9 317)

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Carefully snap out trim (1) towards rear.

Disconnect associated plug connection and remove trim light (1).

Fig 5: Trim Light

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Release nuts (1) and screws (2) on rear storage compartment.

Fig 6: Nuts And Screws

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Release screws (1 and 2).

Feed out storage compartment (3) upwards over handbrake lever (4) and remove.

Fig 7: Storage Compartment And Handbrake Lever

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