51 45 385 Removing and installing/replacing middle decorative strip on dashboard

Special tools required:

IMPORTANT: Risk of damage!

A hard disk is installed in the Car Information Computer (CIC).

Carry out mechanical work on the CIC and adjacent components with care.

Avoid subjecting the CIC to vibration/shocks.

When working on trim panel components, make sure that visible surfaces are not scratched or damaged (e.g. by sharp-edged tools).

Unclip decorative strip (1) with special tool 00 9 325 at marked points.

Fig 1: Removing Decorative Strip

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Unlock plug connections (1) and (2) and disconnect.

Remove decorative strip (3).

Fig 2: Identifying Plug Connections And Decorative Strip

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Retaining clips (1) of decorative strip (4) must not be missing or damaged.

Replacement

Reinstall retaining clips (1).
Modify START/STOP SWITCH (2)
Modify CENTER FRESH AIR GRILLE (3)

Fig 3: Identifying Retaining Clips And Decorative Strip
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