51 45 030 Removing and installing instrument panel trim

WARNING: High-voltage system - danger to life!
The following points must be strictly observed prior to starting work :
De-energize the HIGH-VOLTAGE SYSTEM .
Observe SAFETY INFORMATION for handling electric vehicles.

When working on trim panel components, make sure that visible surfaces are not scratched or damaged (e.g. by sharp-edged tools).

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Disconnect NEGATIVE BATTERY LEAD
Remove TRIM PANEL FOR ROOF PILLAR at front left and right
Remove CENTRAL INFORMATION DISPLAY
Remove STEERING COLUMN CONTROL PANEL
Remove MID-RANGE SPEAKER DASHBOARD
Remove RADIO AND IHKA CONTROLS
Remove GEAR SELECTOR SWITCH
Remove INSTRUMENT PANEL
Remove RIGHT GLOVE BOX WITH HOUSING
Remove TRIM PANEL FOR PEDAL ASSEMBLY
Remove CENTER DASHBOARD TRIM PANEL
Remove LIGHT OPERATING UNIT
Remove SIDE PANEL ON DASHBOARD
Remove PASSENGER'S SIDE KNEE AIRBAG

Remove covers (1) and release the Torx screw T20 underneath.

IMPORTANT:

Risk of breakage of windscreen.

Do not loosen the hexagon screw SW13.

Fig 1: Removing Covers

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Release screws (1).

Fig 2: Identifying Instrument Panel Trim Screws

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Feed back cable (1).

NOTE: To make feeding in easier, attach the cable (1) to a string and feed back.

The string remains in the dashboard.

Fig 3: Identifying Back Cable, Plug Connections And Cable Strap

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Unlock AIRBAG PLUG CONNECTIONS (2) and disconnect.

Unlock plug connections (3) and disconnect.

Unfasten cable strap (4).

Release trim (1) from clamps (2) in direction of arrow and feed out.

Installation note:

Ensure the correct seating of the guides (3 and 4).

Fig 4: Releasing Trim From Clamps

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Release screws (1) on dashboard at bottom.

Release screws (2) in left/right air duct.

Loosen screws (3).

Tightening torque 51 45 6AZ .

With the aid of a second person, pull dashboard (4) towards rear slightly and feed out electrical wiring, release further cable clips if necessary.

Remove dashboard (4) and feed out all electrical wires.

Fig 5: Identifying Dashboard And Screws

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Installation note:

Make sure all electrical lines are correctly routed.

Check expanding foam tape (1) for damage.

If required, stick new expanding foam tape (1) on the total width of instrument panel.

The expanding foam tape (1) needs to be bonded above the aperture (2) for the chassis number.

Observe notes on COMPONENT BONDING with adhesive tape!

Fig 6: Identifying Aperture And Foam Tape

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