51 45... Replacing defroster covers

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When working on trim panel components, make sure that the sensitive surfaces are not scratched or damaged.

Carefully lever out and remove speaker cover (1) using special tool 00 9 325.

Fig 1: Removing Speaker Cover Using Special Tool (00 9 325)

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Installation:

Retaining clips (1) on speaker cover (2) must be correctly seated on associated lugs and must not be damaged.

Fig 2: Identifying Retainers On Speaker Cover

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IMPORTANT: Make sure that no parts fall into the air duct (risk of noise).

Using special tool 00 9 327, first lever out right defroster cover (1) in the center and release inner catch.

If necessary, twist special tool 00 9 327 as shown in order to do so.

Fig 3: Removing Right Defroster Cover Using Special Tool (00 9 327)

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NOTE: The catch positions (arrow) can be determined by counting off the ribs (2) on the defroster cover (1) in each case.

Lever out all other catches from the inside outwards using special tool 00 9 327.

To do so, carefully lever up defroster cover (1) in the center using special tool 00 9 325 (see illustration).

Remove defroster cover.

Repeat operation on left defroster cover.

Fig 4: Removing Catches Using Special Tool (00 9 327)

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Installation:

Fit left defroster cover first.

Leather interior only:

A2Apply 2-component Araldite 2021 TN 2 149 520 adhesive drops (sourcing reference BMW parts service) to marked points (2) of the (1) left and right defroster panel.
Read and comply with safety data sheet!

Fig 5: Identifying Araldite 2021 TN 2 149 520 Adhesive Drops Applying Areas

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