64 22 190 Removing and installing/renewing rear compartment fresh-air grille (Basic A/C system)

Necessary preliminary work: 

• Remove REAR CENTER CONSOLE TRIM .

Release screws (1).

Snap out retainers (2) and press out fresh-air grille (4) towards front.

Remove fresh-air grille (4) from center console trim (3).

Fig 1: Identifying Fresh-Air Grille, Center Console Trim, Retainers And Screws

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Installation note: 

Retaining lugs and retainers must be correctly seated in associated guides and must not be damaged.