51 46 028 Removing and installing/replacing rear air outlet trim

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove panel for rear window shelf. See REMOVING TRIM PANEL FOR STORAGE SHELF  or REMOVING TRIM PANEL FOR STORAGE SHELF (WITH ROLLER SUNBLIND) .

Release screws (1) and feed out air outlet trim (2) towards front.

Installation note: 

Make sure air outlet trim (2) is correctly seated in associated guides.

Fig 1: Feeding Out Air Outlet Trim With Screws

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Installation note: 

Guides (1) must not be damaged.

Fig 2: Identifying Guides

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