51 45 180 Removing and installing/replacing instrument panel trim, bottom left
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Necessary preliminary tasks
- Remove LEFT INSTRUMENT PANEL TRIM
- Remove RIGHT INSTRUMENT PANEL TRIM
- Remove TRIM PANEL FOR PEDAL ASSEMBLY
- Remove TRIM FOR STORAGE TRAY
- Remove AIRBAG MODULE FOR DRIVER KNEE PROTECTION
US version only:
Release screws (1) on trim (2) and unclip left trim from steering column.
Carefully disconnect plug connection for ribbon cable on insert slot.
Installation:
Make sure trim is correctly seated.
Replacement
Remove INSERT FOR RADIO CONTROL KEY .