51 45 382 Replace decorative strip on instrument panel at right

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove DECORATIVE STRIP ON INSTRUMENT PANEL ON RIGHT 
• Remove START/STOP SWITCH
• Remove CENTER FRESH-AIR GRILLE

Disconnect remaining plug connections at wiring harness (1).

Modify wiring harness (1)

Release retaining tabs (2) from decorative strip.

Modify decorative strip, including fibre optic conductor.

Installation: 

Check proper fit of decorative strip and center if necessary.

Fig 1: Identifying Instrument Panel Wiring Harness And Retaining Tab

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