51 16 201 Replacing storage compartment

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove storage compartment  
• Remove controller  . See 61 31 195 REMOVING AND INSTALLING (REPLACING) FRONT CONTROLLER .

Disconnect plug (1).

Release screws (2) and lift out insert (3).

Fig 1: Identifying Screws And Plug

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Release screws (1) on inside of storage compartment and remove trim (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Screws On Inside Of Storage Compartment

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Release nuts (1) on inside of storage compartment and remove trim (2).

Fig 3: Identifying Nuts On Inside Of Storage Compartment

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If necessary, lever out trim (1) and release screw underneath.

Release screws (2) and feed out guide cover (3) towards rear.

Fig 4: Identifying Screws And Guide Cover

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Version with center armrest/storage tray: 

Release screws (1).

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

Fig 5: Identifying Screws And Bracket

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Feed out center armrest (1) with storage tray (2) towards top rear.

Fig 6: Identifying Armrest With Storage Tray

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Security version: 

Cut storage compartment as illustrated (1).

If necessary, replace faulty retaining clips (2).

Fig 7: Identifying Retaining Clips

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