51 16 166 Replacing center console

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove ACTUATOR DRIVE IN STORAGE COMPARTMENT

Additionally if telephone optional equipment installed:

Remove EJECT BOX

Raise mat insert (1) with suitable tool and remove.

Fig 1: Raising Mat Insert With Suitable Tool

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Release screws (1) and remove storage compartment (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Storage Compartment With Screws

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If telephone optional equipment installed:

Raise both mat inserts (1) with suitable tool and remove.

Installation note:

Mat inserts (1) are installation-encoded (2). Note different diameters when installing.

Fig 3: Identifying Installation-Encoded Mat Inserts

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Release screws (1).

Remove storage compartment (2) from center console (3).

Fig 4: Identifying Storage Compartment, Center Console With Screws

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Release screws (1).

Remove cover for drinks holder (2) and holder for drinks holder (2) from center console (3).

Fig 5: Identifying Cupholder, Center Console And Screws

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