Necessary preliminary tasks

Version with manual transmission: 

• Remove gaiter for gear 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.

Fig 1: Identifying Trim And Retainers

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Installation: 

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

1. Clips
2. 4 x foam material
   Fig 2: Identifying Trim, Clips And Foam Material

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