51 16... Removing and installing/replacing center console for 3rd seat row

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Version with heating/ventilation for 3rd seat row:

Unclip trim (1) in direction of arrow.

Fig 1: Removing Trim

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Unclip rib for heating control (1) in direction of arrow.

Fig 2: Removing Rib For Heating Control

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Release screws (1) and raise center console (2) slightly in direction of arrow (A).

Unclip retaining tabs (3) of center console (2) from trim (4) in direction of arrow (B).

Remove center console (2).

Fig 3: Removing Center Console

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