Removing and installing/replacing complete center console

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

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The following parts must be removed as preliminary work.

The sequence of removal corresponds to the numbering.

1	REAR CENTER CONSOLE COVER .
2	Release GAITER FOR PARKING BRAKE LEVER from center console
3	DECORATIVE TRIM ON CENTER CONSOLE .
4	Automatic transmission: TRIM FOR PRESELECTOR LEVER . Manual gearbox: Gaiter
5	CENTER CONSOLE OPERATING UNIT .
6	Remove CENTER CONSOLE COVER .
7	Automatic transmissions only: GEAR SELECTOR SWITCH .

Unscrew nuts (1).

Tightening torque 51 16 3AZ .

Disconnect plug connections (2), depending on version.

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Release screws (1).

Tightening torque 51 16 4AZ .

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Release screws (1).

Tightening torque 51 16 3AZ .

Detach wiring harness (2) from central console mount.

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Raise the center console (1) rear and feed out gaiter (2).

If necessary, release further plug connections and cable clips from below on center console (1).

Remove center console (1) to the rear/top.

Installation note: 

Feed center console (1) correctly into dashboard including guides (4).

Fit center console (1) on the side correctly at rear of trim panel for pedal mechanism and trim panel at bottom of dashboard.

Make sure wiring harness (3) is in correct position.

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Replacement (depending on version): 

• Modify air ducts (1)
• Modify retaining bracket (2)
• Modify SIDE COVER .
• Change over CENTER ARMREST .
• Modify INSERT IN STORAGE COMPARTMENT .
• Modify BASE PLATE for telephone
• Modify LED .

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