51 16 165 Removing and installing complete center console

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove GEAR SELECTOR SWITCH
Remove CENTER ARMREST STORAGE COMPARTMENT
Remove REAR CENTER CONSOLE TRIM

IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on HANDLING WIRING HARNESSES and cables.

NOTE:

Remove ashtray insert
Remove storage compartment trim

Release screws (1).

Tightening torque 51 16 8AZ .

Remove front storage tray (2) in direction of arrow.

Fig 1: Removing Front Storage Tray

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Release screws (1) on instrument panel (2).

Tightening torque 51 16 8AZ .

Fig 2: Identifying Instrument Panel With Screws

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Release screws on tunnel (1) on left and right.

Tightening torque 51 16 7AZ .

Fig 3: Identifying Tunnel

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Release screws (1).

Tightening torque 51 16 4AZ .

Feed out center console (2) towards rear.

Unlock and disconnect plug connections and plug holders underneath.

Fig 4: Identifying Center Console And Screws

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