51 45 181 Removing and installing/replacing trim for instrument panel, bottom right

IMPORTANT: Risk of damage!
When working on trim panel components, make sure that the sensitive surfaces are not scratched or damaged.

Release screws (1) on bottom right instrument panel trim (2).

Slightly lower bottom right instrument panel trim (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Bottom Right Instrument Panel Trim And Screws

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Disconnect plug connections (1) of foot well light.

Pull trim of lower right instrument panel to the rear and remove

Fig 2: Identifying Foot Well Light Plug Connection

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Installation:

First insert lower right instrument panel trim (1) into supports (arrow).

Replacement

Fig 3: Inserting Lower Right Instrument Panel Trim Into Supports

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