51 16 163 Removing and installing/replacing rear center console cover

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Move front seats forwards
• Remove SIDE TRIM PANELS ON CENTRE CONSOLE 

Release screws (1) on left and right sides.

Detach rear center console cover (2) in direction of arrow.

Unlock plug connections behind and disconnect.

Fig 1: Removing Rear Centre Console Trim

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Replacement: 

• Remove fresh air grille in rear passenger compartment. See FRESH-AIR GRILLE (BASIC A/C SYSTEM) or FRESH-AIR GRILLE (HIGH A/C SYSTEM)
• Remove REAR A/C SYSTEM CONTROL PANEL
• Remove LOWER REAR CENTRE CONSOLE COVER