Procedure steps

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS: 

Risk of damage:

Scratches. 

Tools and sharp-edged components can cause scratches.

• Protect working area.
• Handle tools and components carefully.

Technical information:

The following parts must be remounted upon replacing the center console trim: power socket and interior aerial for Comfort Access.

For more information see: REMOVING/INSTALLING/REPLACING 12-V POWER SOCKET and REMOVING/INSTALLING/REPLACING AERIAL FOR COMFORT ACCESS .

PRE-PROCESSES: 

1. 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 1: 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 2: Removing Center Console Cover

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2. Detaching the gearshift lever cover 
   • Pull installation frame of gaiter at the sides upwards out of center console.
     Fig 3: Detaching Gearshift Lever Cover

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3. Removing the operating unit for the center console 
   • Adhere to following procedure:
     1. Reach under front section of operating unit for the center console (1)  .
     2. Press front latch mechanism in direction of arrow and simultaneously raise operating unit for the center console (1)  towards top.
     3. Disconnect associated plug connection and remove operating unit for the center console (1)  .
        Fig 4: Removing Center Console Operating Unit

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   KEY PROCESSES: 

4. Removing the trim for the center console 
   • Loosen screws (1)  .
   • Detach trim for center console (2)  with special tool 0 496 569 (00 9 325)  for clamps (3)  .
   • Slightly raise trim for center console (2)  and disconnect associated plug connections.
   • Guide out trim for center console (2)  to the top/rear.
     Fig 5: Identifying Center Console Cover, Clamps And Screws

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5. Installing the trim for the center console 
   • Do not detach springs (1)  during installation.
   • Replace faulty clamps.
     Fig 6: Identifying Springs And Clamps

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   • Connect all plug connections.
   • Position trim for center console (2)  .
   • Clip in trim for center console (2)  at latch mechanisms (3)  .
   • Tighten the screws (1)  .
     Fig 7: Identifying Center Console Cover, Clamps And Screws

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   POST-PROCESSES: 

6. Installing the operating unit for the center console 
   • Clip in the operating unit for the center console.
     Fig 8: Removing Center Console Operating Unit

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7. 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 9: 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 10: Identifying Instrument Panel Decorative Strip And Adhesive Tape

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   • Clip in the decorative trim (1)  at the latch mechanisms (2)  .
     Fig 11: Removing Center Console Cover

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8. Installing the gearshift lever cover 
   • Press the installation frame of gaiter on the sides and position.
     Fig 12: Installing Gearshift Lever Cover

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS: 

Risk of damage:

Scratches. 

Tools and sharp-edged components can cause scratches.

• Protect working area.
• Handle tools and components carefully.

PRE-PROCESSES: 

1. 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 1: 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 2: Removing Center Console Cover

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2. Remove trim for selector lever 
   • Partially fit special tool 0 493 687 (00 9 340)  as pictured.
   • Lift trim for selector lever (1)  all around and remove upwards.
   • If necessary, unlock associated plug connection and disconnect.
     Fig 3: Removing Selector Lever Cover

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3. Removing the operating unit for the center console 
   • Adhere to following procedure:
     1. Reach under front section of operating unit for the center console (1)  .
     2. Press front latch mechanism in direction of arrow and simultaneously raise operating unit for the center console (1)  towards top.
     3. Disconnect associated plug connection and remove operating unit for the center console (1)  .
        Fig 4: Removing Center Console Operating Unit

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   KEY PROCESSES: 

4. Removing the trim for the center console 
   • Loosen screws (1)  .
   • Detach trim for center console (2)  with special tool 0 496 569 (00 9 325)  for clamps (3)  .
   • Slightly raise trim for center console (2)  and disconnect associated plug connections.
   • Guide out trim for center console (2)  to the top/rear.
     Fig 5: Identifying Center Console Cover, Clamps And Screws

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5. Installing the trim for the center console 
   • Do not detach springs (1)  during installation.
   • Replace faulty clamps.
     Fig 6: Identifying Springs And Clamps

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   • Connect all plug connections.
   • Position trim for center console (2)  .
   • Clip in trim for center console (2)  at latch mechanisms (3)  .
   • Tighten the screws (1)  .
     Fig 7: Identifying Center Console Cover, Clamps And Screws

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   POST-PROCESSES: 

6. Installing the operating unit for the center console 
   • Clip in the operating unit for the center console.
     Fig 8: Removing Center Console Operating Unit

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7. Install trim for selector lever 

   Technical information:

   Latch mechanisms, guides and mounting elements must not be damaged or missing.

   Fig 9: Identifying Latch Mechanisms And Cover

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   • Check latch mechanisms for damage, if necessary replace trim for selector lever.
   • Clip in trim for selector lever (1)  .
     Fig 10: Removing Selector Lever Cover

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8. 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 11: 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 12: Identifying Instrument Panel Decorative Strip And Adhesive Tape

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   • Clip in the decorative trim (1)  at the latch mechanisms (2)  .
     Fig 13: Removing Center Console Cover

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