51 16 172 Removing and installing/replacing center armrest storage compartment

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Release screw (1).

Unlock center armrest storage compartment (3) at points (2) and raise slightly.

Unlock and disconnect plug connections behind.

Remove center armrest storage compartment (3).

Fig 1: Identifying Armrest Storage Compartment Screws

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Replacement:

Remove USB/AUDIO INTERFACE CONNECTING SOCKET