51 45 263 Removing and installing cover on right instrument panel (radio/glove box)

Special tools required:

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

Optional equipment CIC:

A hard disk is installed in the Car Information Computer (CIC).

Carry out mechanical work on the CIC and adjacent components with care.

Avoid subjecting the CIC to shaking/shocks.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Depending on equipment in upper insert:

Unclip trim for A/C - heater control panel (1) with special tool 00 9 340 , as illustrated

Fig 1: Removing Trim Using Special Tool (00 9 340)

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Installation:

Marked retaining lug on climate/heater control panel cover (1) must not be damaged.

Fig 2: Locating A/C Operator Unit Trim Retaining Lugs

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Release screws (1) from right instrument panel cover (2).

Unclamp cover in marked area and carefully remove from the driver's side over the center console toward the rear.

WARNING: Absolutely avoid scratches or damage of the surfaces.

Installation:

Renew faulty retaining clips.

Replacement

Modify retaining clip.

Fig 3: Identifying Right Instrument Panel Cover And Screws

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