51 45 266 Removing and installing/replacing right dashboard cover

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 BMW Z4, 2015 BMW Z4, and 2014 BMW Z4. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Special tools required:

00 9 323

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 vibration/shocks.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

(Only with Radio Business or Radio Professional equipment specification)

Remove RADIO RECEIVER

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

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

Fig 1: Unclipping Cover Using Special Tool (00 9 323)

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

Release screws (1).

Fig 2: Identifying Screws

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Open glove box cover (1).

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

Fig 3: Identifying Glove Box Cover With Screws

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

Release screw behind.

NOTE: On RHD vehicles, cover of insertion slot (1) is secured with a screw.

Carefully lever out dashboard cover (2) towards front.

Unlock associated plug connections and disconnect.

Remove dashboard pipe cover (2).

Fig 4: Removing Dashboard Cover Using Special Tool (00 9 323)

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Replacement:

Remove CONTROL PANEL FOR HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING
Remove START/STOP SWITCH