51 45 388 Removing and installing/replacing decorative strip on storage compartment/DVD changer dashboard

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Actuate switch (2) and open storage compartment/DVD changer (1).

Fig 1: Identifying Storage Compartment/DVD Changer And Switch

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Release screws (1) and feed out decorative strip (2) towards front.

Fig 2: Feeding Out Decorative Strip With Screws

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Installation note:

Install decorative strip in opened state. Retaining lugs (2) must be seated in marked guides.

Brackets (1) must be seated before thread locators (3).

Fig 3: Identifying Brackets, Retaining Lugs And Thread Locators

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