51 16 080 Removing and installing or replacing sun visor and left or right counter support

Removal:

Open the cover (1) and pull out the cover (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Covers

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Unlock the clamp (1) with suitable long-nose pliers (2) and remove the counter support (3) by pulling it downward.

Fig 2: Unlocking Clamp With Pliers

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Release screws (1).

Fig 3: Identifying Screws

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Pull out the sun visor.

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Fig 4: Identifying Sun Visor Plug Connection

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Installation:

Connect plug connection (1).

Position the sun visor.

Fig 5: Identifying Sun Visor Plug Connection

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Tighten the screws (1) and close the covers.

Fig 6: Identifying Screws

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Engage the counter support (1) and clip the cover (2) into place.

Fig 7: Identifying Counter Support And Cover

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