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51 45... Replacing side cover on instrument panel

Special tools required: 

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

Unclip cover (1) with special tool 00 9 317 in direction of arrow from instrument panel trim.

If necessary unfasten plug connection.

Installation: 

Make sure sealing lip (2) is correctly seated in dashed area.

Fig 1: Removing Cover Using Special Tool 00 9 317 From Instrument Panel Trim
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Retaining clips (1) of cover (2) must not be damaged.

Fig 2: Identifying Cover Retaining Clips
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Replacement: