Removing and installing/replacing base plate

Special tools required:

Necessary Follow-up work:

Unlock and disconnect associated plug connections in area (A).

Unclip line (1) at center console (2).

Reach under the base plate and unclip associated line (1) on center console.

Installation note:

Make sure plug connections are correctly seated.

Ensure correct cable routing.

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Mount special tool 00 9 327 as illustrated.

Reach from rear under base plate (1).

Carefully leverage out base plate (1) along marked line (A) and simultaneously press lightly from below to disengage latch mechanisms.

Remove base plate (1) and feed out line.

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NOTE: Center console is shown removed for purposes of clarity.

Installation note:

Make sure line (1) is properly routed.

Catches (2) must not be damaged or missing.

Make sure base plate is correctly engaged on center console.

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