51 16 176 Removing and installing/replacing center armrest on storage compartment on left or right

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Special tools required:

00 9 322

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove STORAGE BOX

If necessary, release dummy plate (2) at catches (3) and remove from storage box (1).

Fig 1: Identifying Storage Box, Dummy Plate And Catches

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Release retaining lugs (2) with special tool 00 9 322 .

Feed center armrest (1) in direction of arrow out of storage box (4).

Installation:

Retaining lugs (2) and guides (3) must not be damaged.

Fig 2: Identifying Center Armrest, Retaining Lugs, And Guides

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