51 45 266 Removing and installing/replacing right instrument panel trim

IMPORTANT: Risk of damage!

A hard disk is installed in the Car Information Computer (CIC).

Carry out mechanical work on the CIC and adjacent components with care.

Avoid subjecting the CIC to shaking/shocks.

Necessary preliminary tasks

(Only with Radio Business or Radio Professional equipment specification)

NOTE: Carry out following work step only in case of optional equipment with Car Information Computer (CIC)

Unclip trim (1) with special tool 00 9 323.

Fig 1: Removing Trim Using Special Tool (00 9 323)

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NOTE: For clearer illustration, shown with front trim on CIC removed.

Release screws (1).

Fig 2: Identifying Screws

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Open glovebox cover (1).

Release screws (2) at marked points in upper area of glovebox.

Fig 3: Identifying Glovebox Cover With Screws

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Lever out insertion slot (1) with special tool 00 9 323 and remove.

Release screw behind.

Carefully lever out instrument panel trim (2) towards front.

Unlock associated plug connections and disconnect.

Remove instrument panel pipe trim (2).

Fig 4: Removing Instrument Panel Trim

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Replacement