51 16 165 Removing and installing complete center console

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove COVER FOR STORAGE COMPARTMENT

IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on HANDLING WIRING HARNESSES and cables.

Switch off ignition before disconnecting plug connections.

NOTE: Seats are shown removed for purposes of clarity.

Remove rear cover (1) from center console (2) towards top.

Disconnect plug connection underneath.

Fig 1: Removing Rear Cover From Center Console

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Release front screws (1).

Tightening torque 51 16 16AZ .

Unlock and disconnect cable (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Front Screws And Cable

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Release rear nuts (1).

Tightening torque 51 16 16AZ .

Release screw (2).

Tightening torque 51 16 17AZ .

Raise center console (3) and unlock and disconnect plug connections underneath.

NOTE: Height of attachment point can be regulated by compensating bush underneath screw connection for center console.

Fig 3: Identifying Center Console With Rear Nuts And Screw

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Unclip cable routing (1) from center console (2).

Raise center console (2) and unlock and disconnect plug connections on underside.

Remove center console (2).

Fig 4: Identifying Cable Routing And Center Console

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