51 16 211 Removing and installing/replacing finisher for storage tray

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove knob for controller  . See 61 31 192 REPLACING KNOB FOR CONTROLLER .
• Remove button unit  . See 61 31 193 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING BUTTON UNIT (FOR ON-BOARD MONITOR) .

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 or SMG: 

• Remove finisher for preselector lever  . See 51 16 210 Removing and installing/replacing trim for preselector lever .

If necessary, remove ashtray insert.

Release screws (1).

Open center console cover.

Press release button for center console cover and release trim (2) from catches (4).

Feed trim (2) towards top/rear out of storage compartment (3).

If necessary, disconnect plug connections on insert at front.

Security version: 

Disconnect plug connection on intercom system switch.

Installation: 

Following parts of trim (4) must not be damaged or missing:

1. Front insert
2. Retaining lugs
3. Pins or spring clips

Replacement: 

Remove front insert (1)  . 

Replacement with Security version: 

Remove intercom system switch.