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51 45 263 Removing and installing/replacing instrument panel trim on right

Special tools required: 

Carefully release trim (1) with special tool 00 9 321 from retainers (3) and lock pins (2).

Fig 1: Removing Instrument Panel Trim Using Special Tool (00 9 321)
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Installation: 

Clips (Hutfix) (1) must be seated in associated mountings.

Replace clips (Hutfix) (1) if they were released during removal.

  1. Turn clip (Hutfix) (1) with screwdriver to left by approx. 90°
  2. Lever out clip (Hutfix) (1) from below
    Fig 2: Turning And Removing Clip
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Installation: 

Lock pins (1) and retainers (3) on trim (2) must not be damaged.

If necessary, replace lock pins (1) and retainers (3).

Fig 3: Identifying Instrument Panel Trim Lock Pins And Retainers
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