51 45 195 Removing and installing/replacing trim for instrument panel, bottom right

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Necessary preliminary tasks

Move front passenger seat completely towards rear

ECE only:

Release screws (1).

Pull back trim for instrument panel (2)

Disconnect and unlock all plug connections.

Remove trim for instrument panel (2)

Installation:

Make sure trim for instrument panel (2) is correctly seated on footwell air outlet above.

Fig 1: Removing Trim For Instrument Panel

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US only:

Release screws (1).

Pull back trim for instrument panel (2)

Disconnect and unlock all plug connections.

Remove trim for instrument panel (2)

Installation:

Make sure trim for instrument panel (2) is correctly seated on footwell air outlet above.

Fig 2: Removing Trim For Instrument Panel

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Replacement

Remove FOOTWELL LIGHT (1).

Fig 3: Identifying Footwell Light

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