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

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

NOTE: Driver's seat removed for purposes of clarity.

Release left and right screws (1).

Lift retaining tabs (2) on left and right over catches and remove rear center console trim (3) from center console.

Installation: 

Make sure wiring harnesses are correctly routed.

Fig 1: Identifying Rear Center Console Trim, Retaining Tabs And Screws
G04791521Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Disconnect plug connections (1) and remove rear center console trim (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Rear Center Console Trim And Plug Connections
G04791522Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Replacement: 

Remove SOCKET TRIM IN CENTER CONSOLE (REAR) .

If necessary, remove CONTROL PANEL FOR REAR CABIN A/C SYSTEM .

If necessary, remove DVD PLAYER IN REAR CONSOLE .