51 45 380 Removing and installing (replacing) right decorative strip on dashboard

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Special tools required:

00 9 325

When working on trim panel components, make sure that visible surfaces are not scratched or damaged (e.g. by sharp-edged tools).

Version with instrument panel in leather:

When removing and installing, the decorative strip (1) may damage the leather of the instrument panel.

To avoid damage, the yellow plastic adhesive tape (2) must be placed between the decorative strip (1) and the instrument panel.

Fig 1: Placing Adhesive Tape Between Decorative Strip And Instrument Panel

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Carefully unclamp decorative strip (1) with special tool 00 9 325 at marked points.

Remove decorative strip (1) with fresh air grille.

Fig 2: Removing Decorative Strip With Special Tool (00 9 325)

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Installation note:

Clamps (1) in marked area and latch mechanisms (2) of decorative strip (3) must not be damaged or bent.

Replace clamps and latches if necessary.

Fig 3: Decorative Strip Latch Mechanisms And Clamps

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Replacement:

Remount FRESH AIR GRILLE .