52 24 080 Removing and installing/replacing drink holder in rear center armrest

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove ARMREST FOR REAR SEAT

Release screw (1).

Tightening torque 52 24 03AZ .

Remove support structure (2) of center armrest.

Fig 1: Identifying Support Structure Of Center Armrest

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Drive out split pin (1) on left and right.

Remove cover (2) for center armrest.

Fig 2: Driving Split Pin

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Unclip trim (1) from center armrest cover in the marked area.

Fig 3: Removing Trim From Center Armrest Cover In Marked Area

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Installation:

Retaining lugs must not be damaged.

Replace defective trim for center armrest cover.

Fig 4: Identifying Armrest Cover Trim Retainers

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Unclip drink holder (1) in the marked area (2).

Fig 5: Identifying Drink Holder Marked Area

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Lever out left and right drink holders (1) from center armrest with plastic wedge.

Fig 6: Removing Left/Right Drink Holders From Center Armrest With Plastic Wedge

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