51 16 273 Removing and installing/replacing fastener for center armrest

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When working on trim panel components, make sure that visible surfaces are not scratched or damaged (e.g. by sharp-edged tools).

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Pull the closure for the center armrest (1) including actuator drive forward and out of the center armrest (2).

Replacement

Operations correspond to:

Fig 1: Removing Center Armrest Closure

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