51 16 202 Removing and installing/replacing front cup holder

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When working on trim panel components, make sure that the sensitive surfaces are not scratched or damaged.

Necessary preliminary tasks

Remove CENTRE CONSOLE TRIM .

Remove foam strip (1).

Installation:

If necessary, replace foam strip (1).

Release screws (2) on left and right from center console cover (3).

Fig 1: Identifying Foam Strip And Center Console Cover Screws

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Release screws (1) from cup holder and remove cup holder.

Fig 2: Identifying Cup Holder Screws

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Replacement

MODIFY DECORATIVE TRIM OF cupholder.