51 46 072 Removing and installing/replacing lower partition panel

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Necessary preliminary tasks

Clamp off BATTERY LEAD FROM NEGATIVE TERMINAL
Remove CENTRE CONSOLE .
Remove UPPER PARTITION TRIM PANEL
Remove REAR SIDE TRIM PANEL (BOTTOM)

NOTE: Both seats are shown removed for purposes of clarity.

Professional HiFi system only:

Release mid-range speaker screws (2).

Unlock plug connection for mid-range speaker and disconnect.

Remove mid-range speaker.

Fig 1: Identifying Mid-Range Speaker Screws

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Release screws (1).

Tightening torque 51 46 7AZ .

Remove clips (2).

Raise protective caps for storage net holder and release screws (3).

Tightening torque 51 46 7AZ .

Fig 2: Identifying Screws And Clips

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Release partition panel (1) at catches (2). Disconnect necessary plug connections.

Remove partition panel (1).

Replacement

Modify covers or lashing eyes (4).

Professional HiFi system only:

Modify speaker covers of bass speaker on left and right.

Fig 3: Identifying Partition Panel With Catches

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