Removing carrier:

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Remove finisher for storage tray, refer to REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING FINISHER FOR STORAGE TRAY .

Release screws (1).

NOTE: If only switch (2) for ASC is fitted, pull out carrier (3) a little.
If seat heating, rear window roller sun blind etc. are fitted, press out switches from rear to front and disconnect plug connections.

Fig 1: Releasing Screws

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Disconnect plug connections (1) for cigarette lighter and (2) for ASC and remove carrier (3).

Fig 2: Disconnecting Plug Connections For Cigarette Lighter

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