51 41 060 Removing And Installing Armrest On Front Left Or Right Door (Coupe)

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Remove front door trim panel, refer to REMOVING AND INSTALLING FRONT LEFT OR RIGHT DOOR TRIM PANEL (COUPE, CONVERTIBLE) .

Release screws (1).

Installation:

Screw down retaining strap for airbag cover correctly.
Tightening Torque, refer to 51 41 3AZ in BODY EQUIPMENT - TIGHTENING TORQUES - 3-SERIES .

Fig 1: Locating Armrest Retaining Screws
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Pull armrest (1) off door trim panel (2).

Fig 2: Removing Armrest From Door Trim Panel

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