51 16 145 Removing and installing the decorative trim to center console

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS:

Risk of damage:

Scratches.

Tools and sharp-edged components can cause scratches.

Protect working area.
Handle tools and components carefully.

OVERVIEW OF SPECIAL TOOL:

0 496 571 (00 9 327) Wedge

SPECIAL TOOL DESCRIPTION

Usage	(Cleaning wedge) From 11/2008 this special tool replaces panel wedge 00 9 323 (different material)
Included in the tool or work	0 490 527
Storage location
Replaced by
In connection with
SI-Number	01 07 09 (530)

Fig 1: Identifying Wedge (00 9 327)

G10210525

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KEY PROCESSES:

Remove decorative trim on center console
- For equipment specification with in leather instrument panel: Attach plastic adhesive tape (2) between decorative trim (1) and instrument panel.
  
  Fig 2: Identifying Instrument Panel Decorative Strip And Adhesive Tape
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- Detach decorative trim (1) with special tool 0 496 571 (00 9 327) from clamps (2) .
- If necessary, unlock associated plug connections and disconnect.
- Remove decorative trim (1) upwards.
  
  Fig 3: Removing Center Console Cover
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Installing the decorative trim to center console
Technical information:

The controller may have to be remounted upon replacing the decorative trim, depending on the equipment specification.

For more information see: REMOVING/INSTALLING/REPLACING CONTROLLER
- Replace faulty clamps (1) of the decorative trim (2) .
  
  Fig 4: Identifying Controller Clamps
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- For equipment specification with in leather instrument panel: Attach plastic adhesive tape (2) between decorative trim (1) and instrument panel.
  
  Fig 5: Identifying Instrument Panel Decorative Strip And Adhesive Tape
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- Clip in the decorative trim (1) at the latch mechanisms (2) .
  
  Fig 6: Removing Center Console Cover
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