51 45 382 Replace decorative strip on instrument panel at right
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Necessary preliminary tasks
- Remove DECORATIVE STRIP ON INSTRUMENT PANEL ON RIGHT .
- Remove START/STOP SWITCH .
- Remove CENTRE FRESH-AIR GRILLE .
Disconnect remaining plug connections at wiring harness (1).
Modify wiring harness (1)
Release retaining tabs (2) from decorative strip.
Modify decorative strip, including fibre optic conductor.
Installation:
Check proper fit of decorative strip and center if necessary.