51 16... Removing and installing/replacing side trim panels on center console on left or right

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Release screw (1).

Slide trim panel (2) in direction of arrow and remove.

Fig 1: Sliding Trim Panel

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Installation note:

Retainers (1) must be correctly seated in panel guides (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Retainers And Panel Guides

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Feed side carpet (1) towards front out of center console.

Installation note:

Replace faulty retainers (2).

Fig 3: Identifying Carpet And Retainers

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