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

Special tools required: 

• 00 9 322

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove STORAGE BOX 

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

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

Installation note: 

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

Fig 1: Releasing Retaining Lugs With Special Tool (00 9 322)

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.