51 16 165 Removing and installing complete center console: Notes

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

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Move front seat all the way back
• Remove SIDE TRIM PANEL ON CENTER CONSOLE  on left and right
• Remove GEAR SELECTOR SWITCH 
• Remove FRONT STORAGE COMPARTMENT 
• Remove RADIO AND A/C CONTROL PANEL

Release rear mat insert (1) from storage compartment at rear in direction of arrow.

Fig 1: Releasing Rear Mat From Storage Compartment

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Release screws (1).

Tightening torque 51 16 22AZ .

Fig 2: Identifying Screws

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Pull out wiring harness (1) from bracket and disengage USB/AUX IN bush (2) inward in direction of arrow.

Disconnect plug connection (3).

Fig 3: Pulling Out Wiring Harness From Bracket

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Release screws (1) on center console support (near gear selector switch).

Tightening torque 51 16 22AZ .

Fig 4: Identifying Screws On Center Console Support

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Release screws (1) rear sides of center console support on rear left.

Tightening torque 51 16 22AZ .

Fig 5: Identifying Screws

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Release screws on front sides of center console support (1) on front left.

Tightening torque 51 16 22AZ .

Fig 6: Identifying Screws On Front Sides Of Center Console Support

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Release screws (1) on front of center console support on front left.

Tightening torque 51 16 22AZ .

If necessary, disconnect plug connection from aerial for Comfort Access (2).

Lift center console slightly and, if necessary, disconnect remaining plug connections.

Pull out wiring harnesses from center console.

Carefully lift center console out towards rear at an angle.

Fig 7: Identifying Screws And Plug Connection From Aerial For Comfort Access

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