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51 16 160 Removing and installing/replacing center console trim (gear selector switch)

IMPORTANT: Risk of damage!
Before dismantling it is imperative to note whether the version of the installed controller is before or after 10/2009!
  1. Before 10/2009:  Controller has buttons at only bottom  .
  2. After 10/2009:  Controller has buttons at bottom and top  .

For version (1) up to 10/2009 (except M models) the CONTROLLER BUTTON must be removed as preliminary work for center console cover.

Fig 1: Identifying Number Of Buttons And Shape Of Controller
G06855285Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
IMPORTANT:

Risk of damage!

There is a risk of damage when lifting the cover out of the side area (3)!

Place special tool wedge 00 9 327 directly at clamps (2)!

Tape off cover (1) and center console in working area.

Lift cover (1) out of the center console with special wedge tool 00 9 327 beginning in the front area.

CAUTION: Risk of breaking the cover!

Then carefully lift out cover (1) in side area (3).

Lever out the remainder of the clamp (2) and remove the cover (1).

Fig 2: Identifying Cover, Clamp, And Side Area
G00529523Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Installation note: 

Retaining clips (1) and (2) must not be damaged or missing.

Fig 3: Identifying Retaining Clips
G00529524Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Replacement: 

Only for vehicles with production date from 10/2009 (except M models): 

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