Remove/Install Center Console - AR68.20-P-2000CW

MODEL 204, 207 

Shown on MODEL 204.0 with CODE 523 (Radio MB Audio 20) and CODE 423 (Automatic 5-speed transmission) 

Shown on model 204.9 as of model year 2013 

Model 204.9 up to model year 2013 

Shown on model 204.9 as of model year 2013 

Model 207 as of model year 2014 

Shown on model 207.4 

Shown on model 204.0 

Shown on MODEL 207.4 as of 01.06.12 with CODE 386 (Comfort telephony) and with CODE 512 (COMAND APS incl. DVD changer) 

	Information on preventing damage to electronic components due to electrostatic discharge		AH54.00-P-0001-01A
	Remove/install
1	Switch off ignition and remove transmitter key
2	Unclip boot (2) from cover (3)	MODEL 204.0/2/3 MODEL 204.9 as of model year 2013 without CODE 427 (7-speed automatic transmission) MODEL 204.9 up to model year 2013 MODEL 207 as of model year 2014 without CODE 427 (7-speed automatic transmission) MODEL 207 up to model year 2014
		Long wedge	Fig 9
3	Set selector lever in position "N" or gearshift lever to neutral position	MODEL 204.0/2/3 MODEL 204.9 as of model year 2013 without CODE 427 (7-speed automatic transmission) MODEL 204.9 up to model year 2013 MODEL 207 as of model year 2014 without CODE 427 (7-speed automatic transmission) MODEL 207 up to model year 2014 Depending on vehicle equipment.
4	Unclip covering (5)	MODEL 204.0/2 up to model year 2012 MODEL 204.9 as of model year 2013 Carefully detach the covering (5) at all four corners using the long wedge. Otherwise the covering (5) can bend or kink in the middle.
		Long wedge	Fig 9
5.1	Open louver (18)n	MODEL 204.9 as of model year 2013 with CODE 427 (7-speed automatic transmission)
5.2	Open stowage box/tray (4) or ashtray	MODEL 204.0/2/3 MODEL 204.9 up to model year 2013 MODEL 207 as of model year 2014 without CODE 494 (US version) MODEL 207 up to model year 2014 Stowage box/tray or ashtray (4) according to equipment.
6	Unclip cover (3) upward in front area and remove	MODEL 204.0/2/3 MODEL 204.9 as of model year 2013 without CODE 427 (7-speed automatic transmission) MODEL 204.9 up to model year 2013 MODEL 207 as of model year 2014 without CODE 427 (7-speed automatic transmission) MODEL 207 up to model year 2014
7	Unclip cover (23) toward front by hand and remove	MODEL 207 as of model year 2014 with CODE 427 (7-speed automatic transmission) without CODE 494 (US version)
8	Unclip and remove cupholder cover (24)	MODEL 207 with CODE 494 (US version)
9	Remove cup holder (25)	MODEL 207 with CODE 494 (US version)
10	Remove cup holder (26)	MODEL 207 as of model year 2014 with CODE 310 (Cup holder) with CODE 427 (7-speed automatic transmission) without CODE 494 (US version)
11	Remove stowage tray (29)	MODEL 207 with CODE 427 (7-speed automatic transmission) without CODE 310 (Cup holder) without CODE 494 (US version)
12	Remove ashtray (27)	MODEL 207 with CODE 494 (US version)
13	Open stowage box/tray (4) or ashtray	MODEL 204.0/2/3 MODEL 204.9 up to model year 2013 MODEL 207 as of model year 2014 without CODE 494 (US version) MODEL 207 up to model year 2014 Stowage box/tray or ashtray (4) according to equipment. Check mechanism for stowage box (4) and ashtray for proper function, if necessary loosen threaded connection from center console (1) and tighten center console (1) without tension.
14	Remove housing (19) and ashtray or stowage box/tray	MODEL 204.9 as of model year 2013 Ashtray or stowage box/tray according to vehicle equipment.
15	Unclip cover (16) from upper control panel control unit (N72/1)	MODEL 204.9 up to model year 2013
16	Remove control and operating unit	MODEL 204.0/2/3 as of model year 2012 MODEL 204.9 as of model year 2013 MODEL 207
		MODEL 204.0/2/3 as of model year 2012	AR83.40-P-6350CW
		MODEL 204.9 as of model year 2013	AR83.40-P-6350CYA
		MODEL 207	AR83.25-P-1124EC
17	Disconnect electrical connector (6)	MODEL 204 MODEL 207 up to model year 2014
18	Disconnect electrical connectors (28)	MODEL 207 as of model year 2014
19	Disconnect electrical connector (7)	MODEL 204.0/2/3 MODEL 204.9 up to model year 2013 MODEL 207 up to model year 2014
20	Disconnect electrical connectors (20)	MODEL 204.9 as of model year 2013
21	Remove screws/bolts (8)	Ensure that center console (1) is installed without tension.
22	Unscrew nut (9)	Ensure that center console (1) is installed without tension.
23.1	Unclip cover (10) from center console (1)	MODEL 204, 207 without CODE 301 (Ashtray package/smoker package)
23.2	Remove ashtray (11)	MODEL 204, 207 with CODE 301 (Ashtray package/smoker package)
			AR68.20-P-2230CW
24	Remove DVD player bracket	MODEL 204.9 with CODE 864 (Rear entertainment system)
			AR82.60-P-7506CY
25	Unscrew nuts (12)	Ensure that center console (1) is installed without tension.
26	Disconnect electrical connectors from mobile phone (X39/37)	MODEL 204, 207 with CODE 386 (Comfort telephony)
27	Disconnect separating point for USB electrical connector (X115x1)	MODEL 204.0/2 as of 3/1/11, 204.3/9 with CODE 512 (COMAND APS with DVD changer) MODEL 207 as of 6/1/12 MODEL 207 up to 5/31/12 with CODE 088 (Control code NTG 4.5) with CODE 510 (Audio 20 CD with CD changer) MODEL 207 up to 5/31/12 with CODE 088 (Control code NTG 4.5) with CODE 512 (COMAND APS with DVD changer) MODEL 207 up to 5/31/12 with CODE 088 (Control code NTG 4.5) with CODE 523 (MB Audio 20 radio) MODEL 207 up to 5/31/12 with CODE 088 (Control code NTG 4.5) with CODE 526 (Comand DVD (without navigation)) MODEL 207 up to 5/31/12 with CODE 088 (Control code NTG 4.5) with CODE 527 (COMAND APS) MODEL 207 up to 5/31/12 with CODE 088 (Control code NTG 4.5) with CODE 528 (COMAND with DVD changer)
28	Fold retaining plate (22) upward	MODEL 204.9 up to model year 2013 with CODE 386 (Comfort telephony) MODEL 207 as of model year 2012 up to model year 2014 with CODE 386 (Comfort telephony)
29	Unclip Media Interface electrical connector (X18/70) and feed through downwards	MODEL 204.9, 207 with CODE 518 (Media interface) Removal:  Media Interface electrical connector (X18/70) remains in vehicle. Ensure that Media Interface electrical connector (X18/70) is seated correctly.
30.1	Lift lug (14) and guide center console (1) toward rear out of instrument panel and remove	MODEL 204.0/2/3 MODEL 204.9 up to model year 2013 Insert center console (1) into dashboard from top at an angle. Position floor covering (15) on left and right below center console (1) (arrows). Position electrical lines in center console (1) before tightening nuts (9, 12).
30.2	Lift lug (14) and move center console (1) toward rear until electrical connector (17) is accessible	MODEL 204.9 as of model year 2013 MODEL 207
31	Disconnect electrical connector (17)	MODEL 204.9 as of model year 2013 MODEL 207
32	Guide out center console (1) and remove	MODEL 204.9 as of model year 2013 MODEL 207 Insert center console (1) into dashboard from top at an angle. Position floor covering (15) on left and right below center console (1) (arrows). Position electrical lines in center console (1) before tightening nuts (9, 12).
33	Install in the reverse order