65 50 175 Replacing front trim panel for central information display (CID)

WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.

Special tools required:

IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on PROTECTION AGAINST ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE (ESD PROTECTION) .

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove CENTRAL INFORMATION DISPLAY

Release screws at marked points.

Tightening torque 65 50 3AZ .

NOTE: To tighten screws, use special tool 00 9 460 .

Remove rear cover (1) from CID.

Fig 1: Identifying CID Rear Cover And Screws

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Detach adhesive tape fixation (1).

Installation note:

A new adhesive tape is included with the replacement part delivery.

Unfasten plug connection (2) and disconnect.

IMPORTANT: Risk of damage!
The wiring harness (4) can be crushed by the cover (3) at the position marked by the arrow!
Installation note:
The adhesive tape (1) of the wiring harness (4) must be applied before installation of the cover (3)!

Fig 2: Identifying Wiring Harness, Plug Connection, Cover, And Adhesive Tape

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Release screws at marked positions.

Tightening torque 65 50 2AZ .

NOTE: To tighten screws, use special tool 00 9 450 .

Feed out cable (2) from guides.

Installation note:

Ensure correct cable routing (2).

Raise latch mechanisms (1) carefully and remove CID (4) from trim (3).

Installation note:

Make sure latch mechanisms (1) are heard to click into place.

Make sure cover (3) is correctly seated on CID (4).

Fig 3: Removing/Installing Cover For Central Information Display (CID)

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